The AE911Truth Petition
To the Members of the House of Representatives and of the Senate of the United States of America,
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT:
On Behalf of the People of the United States of America, the undersigned Architects and Engineers for 9/11 Truth and affiliates hereby petition for, and demand, a truly independent investigation with subpoena power in order to uncover the full truth surrounding the events of 9/11/01 – specifically the collapses of the World Trade Center Towers and Building 7. We believe there is sufficient doubt about the official story and therefore the 9/11 investigation must be re-opened and must include a full inquiry into the possible use of explosives that might have been the actual cause of the destruction of the World Trade Center Twin Towers and Building 7.
Featured Petition Signers
James Watkins, EIT
Eit
B.S. Civil Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2017
An unbiased and scientific analysis is required due to inconsistencies on many fronts.
James Watkins, EIT
B.S. Civil Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2017
Arlington, TX
Occupation: Eit
Eight year Army veteran (Infantry). Served Iraq 2007-2009, Afghanistan 2010-2011. Civil engineer in Training in Texas.
An unbiased and scientific analysis is required due to inconsistencies on many fronts.
Armin Sutterlin
BS Architectural Engineering, Washington State University, 1966
I support a new investigation. Thank you for everything you are doing to bring reality into the public light.
Armin Sutterlin
BS Architectural Engineering, Washington State University, 1966
Mesquite, NV
During the early 1970s, I was part of Howard Berglund's team at Naramore, Bain, Brady and Johanson, Architects, in Seattle, working on the plans for the Washington State University Science Center Building. I also wrote a brutally true autobiography, Heroes from the Attic: A Gripping True Story of Triumph, under the pseudonym of Herman I. Neuman. It has been censored from the skyscrapers in NYC down to school superintendents and a lot of different ones in between.
I support a new investigation. Thank you for everything you are doing to bring reality into the public light.
Michael W. Mangino, Architect
BS, Arizona State University
For me the elephant in the room was building no. 7. The symmetry of its collapse is not believable. - - - - The presentation of former NASA…
Michael W. Mangino, Architect
BS, Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
Licensed Architect in Arizona since 1969. Experienced in design as well as all phases of the production drawings, including field inspection of residential, commercial and public buildings.
For me the elephant in the room was building no. 7. The symmetry of its collapse is not believable. - - - - The presentation of former NASA engineer Dwan Deets titled THE SIX PILLARS OF CONTROLLED DEMOLITION summarizes certainly enough questions to justify demanding of Congress a truly independent investigation.
Andres Rozo, Architectural Co
Architecture
The collapse of the 3 commercial high-rises is very suspicious & surrounded by very suspicious happenings. This possible mass-murder must be studied, analysed & solved!!! The world deserves…
Andres Rozo, Architectural Co
Architecture
Miami, FL
10 years of full time Architectural studies + 10 years of professional Architectural practice
The collapse of the 3 commercial high-rises is very suspicious & surrounded by very suspicious happenings. This possible mass-murder must be studied, analysed & solved!!! The world deserves Justice!
Dale Lynn, BSEE, MSEE
BSEE, MSEE
President Bush declared this to be the pivotal event of the new century. The event is used to justify two wars that have lasted longer than WW II.…
Dale Lynn, BSEE, MSEE
BSEE, MSEE
Freehold, NJ
Member of Technical Staff at Bell Laboratories for 30 years, co-inventor on 9 US Patents, private pilot
President Bush declared this to be the pivotal event of the new century. The event is used to justify two wars that have lasted longer than WW II. The official explanation is inconsistent with physical evidence.
Mark J. Blomquist
Architect
Master of Architecture, University of Michigan, 1981
The current official report is a national embarrassment. The corruption must be exposed and everyone associated with the criminal execution and cover-up most be prosecuted. The criminals must…
Mark J. Blomquist
Master of Architecture, University of Michigan, 1981
Iron Mountain, MI
Occupation: Architect
I'm a second generation architect and have been in private practice since receiving my Masters of Architecture degree in 1981. I've been principal on $250 million worth of construction over 30 years, including large Type 1 assembly buildings. My largest individual project cost $70 million.
The current official report is a national embarrassment. The corruption must be exposed and everyone associated with the criminal execution and cover-up most be prosecuted. The criminals must not be protected for reasons of 'national security' but must rather be held accountable in the best interest of national security.
Mike L. Bedell, Licensed Archite
B Arch Cal Poly, Pomona CA
The evidence is overwhelming and there must be an independent investigation. In my opinion there is no way those buildings went down, the way they did, without some…
Mike L. Bedell, Licensed Archite
B Arch Cal Poly, Pomona CA
Tucson, AZ
I have over 10 years of professional experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design. I have lived and worked in California, Australia, and Arizona. I Graduated form California Polytechnic University in Pomona, California and have been licensed in the State of Arizona since 2002.
The evidence is overwhelming and there must be an independent investigation. In my opinion there is no way those buildings went down, the way they did, without some strategically placed linear shaped charges. - - - - Thank you Richard Gage for your technical analysis and courage to start this petition.
Rodrigo Agüero, BSc
B.Sc. Electronics Engineering
It is my view that a truly independent investigation about the episodes concerning the collapses of the WTC buildings is required. The official 9/11 Commission Report does not…
Rodrigo Agüero, BSc
B.Sc. Electronics Engineering
Buenos Aires, CABA, Argentina
B.Sc in Electronics Engineering from Universidad de Buenos Aires Work experience: MCI/Verizon; Bosch Rexroth; Euclid (Intergovernmental Organization); Independent consultant.
It is my view that a truly independent investigation about the episodes concerning the collapses of the WTC buildings is required. The official 9/11 Commission Report does not provide a satisfactory analysis: it has omitted evidences and its argumentation scheme has strong value assumptions and ambiguities that make its conclusion not acceptable from my critical thinking perspective.
John Adrichem
Geotechnical Engineer
Masters of Science, Mining and Petroleum Engineering
There seems to be plenty of evidence to question the official narrative.
John Adrichem
Masters of Science, Mining and Petroleum Engineering
Nijmegen, Netherlands
Occupation: Geotechnical Engineer
I am an Engineering Geologist with more than 18 years of experience in geotechnical engineering. I have a Masters of Science in Mining and Petroleum Engineering from TU Delft.
There seems to be plenty of evidence to question the official narrative.
Juergen Unser, Dipl. Ing. Archi
FH Wuerzburg Germany
It needs an international investigation. With all the people of the world have the right to formulate facts or proofs. Because the truth will affect the whole planet.
Juergen Unser, Dipl. Ing. Archi
FH Wuerzburg Germany
Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany
I established my office on Jan/1998 specialized on Laboratories, Industrial buildings, Energy-Conceptions, etc. about 12 employees
It needs an international investigation. With all the people of the world have the right to formulate facts or proofs. Because the truth will affect the whole planet.
Thomas J. Dolan, BSME, MSAE, MSEA
BSME-IIT, MSAE-USC, MSEA-TCEA(NATO)
I have seen on TV commercial buildings collapse under controlled demolition prior to 911. I have been told that no certified US demolition companies will comment officially on…
Thomas J. Dolan, BSME, MSAE, MSEA
BSME-IIT, MSAE-USC, MSEA-TCEA(NATO)
Nipomo, CA
45 years as mechanical/project engineer on Apollo manned lunar landing program, X-15, B-70, T-39, aircraft accident investigator (USC & FAA certified), Boeing 767, Space Shuttle, Navstar Global Positioning System and the Space Station.
I have seen on TV commercial buildings collapse under controlled demolition prior to 911. I have been told that no certified US demolition companies will comment officially on 911. I personally saw and heard in real time 2 firemen (one dirty and exhausted, seated outside on a low brick garden wall) and another just reporting for action - nice and clean. Both were looking at Building 7 in the near background (1 block?) away and to the question for the exhausted one by the fresh one regarding its status the exhausted one looked at his watch and said as clearly as I can remember, Its going down about 4:30! I didn't think too much about it at the time but now I think about it a lot whenever 911 comes up!
Kenneth R. Curtis, BS, MS, Met.E.
B.S.,M.S.,Met.E., Polytechnic U. of NYU
I am in agreement with the forensic analysis of Dr. Steven Jones regarding the chemistry and topology of the pulverized concrete residue deposited on the buildings and streets…
Kenneth R. Curtis, BS, MS, Met.E.
B.S.,M.S.,Met.E., Polytechnic U. of NYU
Boynton Beach, FL
I am retired but worked 1958-1985 in steel,aircraft manufacturing, R&D for microelectronic materials and processes and solar cell manufacturing.
I am in agreement with the forensic analysis of Dr. Steven Jones regarding the chemistry and topology of the pulverized concrete residue deposited on the buildings and streets of NYC. Forceful air solidification of molten metals and alloys is a common method for producing spheroidal particles for microelectronic metallic pastes. Steel would behave the same way when exposed to the high aluminum/iron oxide exothermic reaction temperature and forceful expulsion.
Petition Signatories
German Serrano, BA
Lafayette, CA
Education: BA Arch
German Serrano, BA
BA Arch
Lafayette, CA
I'm a licensed Architect in Colombia, South America, working for 30 years. I've been fortune to work in different type of projects and economic backgrounds, from Hospitals, Schools, Commercial, mix used, single & multifamily and custom houses.
I couldn't believe my eyes, when I saw all the evidence shown on the dvd, and I didn't notice before when the actual event happened. I took it for granted what they were saying. WHAT A COVER UP... MURDERERS. We have to stand for those who died, and make our voice heard for those who no longer can.
Robert S. Briggs, MArch
Vashon, WA
Occupation: Retired
Education: Masters of Architecture, University of Oregon, 1978
Robert S. Briggs, MArch
Masters of Architecture, University of Oregon, 1978
Vashon, WA
Occupation: Retired
I have a masters degree in Architecture including taking all structures courses that were offered. I'm currently licensed as an architect in WA. For 17 years I worked at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory as a research scientist. I also did undergraduate course work in engineering.
I've been aware that the official account of 9/11 was false since before AE 9/11 Truth was founded, but for professional reasons I was unable to sign until now. My guess is that for every AE that signs there are at least ten that don't for the same reason as me. I have the utmost admiration and respect for Richard Gage and everyone engaged in this effort. The evidence of controlled demolition for all three World Trade Center towers is overwhelming. In contrast, the official explanation relies on assertions but no evidence. The failure of the United States to investigate 9/11, the crime of the century, has placed a stain of corruption on our nation. Those public officials who continue to block a legitimate investigation of the events of 9/11 are complicit in the crime. Only the truth can set us free and restore integrity to our nation and government.
Gaillot Eric Eric, DPLG
Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
Education: DPLG
Gaillot Eric Eric, DPLG
DPLG
Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
Participant au concours international pour le m'morial de New York du 11 septembre 2001
Oulamine O. Ahmed, DPLG
Essaouira, Essaouira, Morocco
Education: DPLG
Oulamine O. Ahmed, DPLG
DPLG
Essaouira, Essaouira, Morocco
Architect dplg from Institut P'dagogique d'Architecture de Nantes France ,1982 Stage d''tudes approfondies en urbanisme UER G'ographie de Poitiers Poitiers ,France ,1983
I m just not sure 100% that a plane could do that and i need some body demonstrate me that a plane could do that a research should be done for to help people if it happen again.
Rex Sucaldito, BS Arch, Design
Lake Worth, FL
Education: B Arch
Rex Sucaldito, BS Arch, Design
B Arch
Lake Worth, FL
5year B.S. Arch., Reg. in Philippines. Worked in US for 15 years from small to corporate firms both architectural and engineering. US citizen
On that day 9/11/01, when I first saw the footage of WTC coming down, despite what I heard from the news, I had a bad feeling that something seems so very awkward and very unreal. Then, after I heard this campaign, I went to look at the photos of my old papers I filed from the 911 tragedy, it doesn't take me a second to think that this is the worst thing that happened in American history if proven. I hope we can get more support and evidence to bring the real truth. I sincerely thank all the people that gave their life, time and effort to dig up the real truth.
Mark L. Fitzgerald, Architect
Grand Prairie, TX
Education: M Environmental Design
Mark L. Fitzgerald, Architect
M Environmental Design
Grand Prairie, TX
I am architect with twenty five years of experience. I am as passionate about social issues as I am about the art and science of architecture. This petition is a vital opportunity.
There is no doubt, based upon technical analysis, that these buildings were deliberately demolished.
Brian Heagney, MArch
Greensboro, NC
Education: M Arch, Pratt Institute
Brian Heagney, MArch
M Arch, Pratt Institute
Greensboro, NC
After graduating from Pratt Institute, I spent two years working for an Architecture and Planning firm in Midtown Manhattan. My wife and I realized we missed the South, and we recently moved back to Greensboro, NC where I telecommute and freelance in the field of architectural services and visual simulation. I use 3D CAD and rendering software to create 3D Real-Time Simulations, Sunlight Shadow Renderings, and Verifiable Digital Photomontages (Photosimulations). In my spare time I take on a vast number of personal projects, such as drawing comics. I recently self-published a book cataloging the entire collection of my comic strips Thumbs, which was reviewed by the Comics Journal Online, and featured in The Greensboro News & Record.
I'm willing to believe something if I see the facts add up. And so far, the facts are leading me to believe that the buildings were taken down with explosives.
Mathew T. Stackpole, BArch
Boulder, CO
Education: BA Architecture & Planning
Mathew T. Stackpole, BArch
BA Architecture & Planning
Boulder, CO
I have completed 5 years of education at the School of Environmental Design, Architecture & Planning, CU Boulder. I have been working in the field of architecture for over ten years, with much experience in structural analysis and building integrity studies. I work with historic building rehabilitation and stabilization, along with designing new construction.
I have been pondering for several years how the buildings could have fallen in the manner they did, given an explosion so far from the foundations of the building, I find it hard to believe the given explanations. How does jet fuel leak down the cavities of the building all the way to the footings of these building to provide such a clean free fall. If a truck hits a house, it may fall to the ground, however portions of it will remain splintered and fragmented, however not obliterated.......
Michael Ryan, AIA
San Francisco, CA
Education: B Arch
Michael Ryan, AIA
B Arch
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Architect. Actively practicing residential and commercial architecture since 2001
Even without all the evidence shown in the videos by Richard Gage, you can tell from the basic youtube video that they were controlled demo. There is not really any question in my mind.
Arlene Hopkins, MArch, MA
Santa Monica, CA
Education: M Arch; MA Education
Arlene Hopkins, MArch, MA
M Arch; MA Education
Santa Monica, CA
Licensed architect in California and Nevada.
The evidence raises unresolved questions about causal factors and event sequences.
Mark Baker, AIA
Denver, CO
Education: MA Arch
Mark Baker, AIA
MA Arch
Denver, CO
Practicing architect for a mid-size Architecture firm. Not very interested in publishing my bio.
Would like America to conduct a better investigation into the facts of the collapse.
Kathi C. Gregory, CSI, AIA
Nashville, TN
Education: Architecture, U Tennessee
Kathi C. Gregory, CSI, AIA
Architecture, U Tennessee
Nashville, TN
1979 University of Tennesee Bachelor of Architecture. Technology tract, with emphasis on concrete structures. 1980-1984 IDP period. Drafter, Project Coordinator, Project Manager. 1984-1986 Director of Production for a 90+ person firm specializing in health care. 1986-1992 Principal Architect own firm. 1992-1995 Staff Architect for Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1995-1998 Principal architect for an A/E firm and an Interior design firm. 1998-present Technical Resource Administrator, Specification writer, Codes Specialist, Quality Control for 25+ person firm.
In the beginning I believed the official story. But after the shock wore off, I found I could not forget the way the buildings fell. The debris was not consistent with a normal building collapse. Eye witnesses heard explosions, and the collapse of all three buildings had more resemblance to a controlled demolition than an unplanned structural failure. I have read many points of view on the matter and can no longer agree with the official story.
Donald Koberg, Retired Architec
San Luis Obispo, CA
Education: M Arch
Donald Koberg, Retired Architec
M Arch
San Luis Obispo, CA
Professor of Architecture, Calif. State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, Retired - - Author of The Universal Traveler, A soft-Systems Guide to Creativity, Problem-Solving, and the Process of reaching goals (8th Edition)
The facts are clear, the cover-up is unmistakable, the traitors are among us.
Mateusz Chachaj, MArch
Wroclaw, Lower Silesia, Poland
Education: Degreed
Mateusz Chachaj, MArch
Degreed
Wroclaw, Lower Silesia, Poland
Partner in Chachaj Maurer Architects from Wroclaw, Poland (www.chama.com.pl); participant in the 9/11 memorial competition (http://www.wtcsitememorial.org/ent/entI=706104.html).
The official report on 9/11 is fake; the resistance of the construction would slow down the speed of falling of both towers. There are a lot additional gaps in the government version - the heat had to be lower than stated and the construction would resist it too. The Pentagon, when you analyze the destruction, could not have been hit by the plane but possibly only the missile could operate so deeply and narrow. There are obviously others circumstances which make the whole picture and it is clear that the official version is a lie.
Victor F. Lopes, BArch
Ukiah, CA
Education: B Arch, UC Berkeley 1966
Victor F. Lopes, BArch
B Arch, UC Berkeley 1966
Ukiah, CA
I have been a licensed architect for 36 years and have provided most of my own project engineering. My work has included single family residences, commercial structures, industrial and public buildings. I was also a licensed general building contractor B-272239.
After viewing some of the building collapse videos, I believe WTC 1, 2 & 7 were controlled demolitions.
Reuben G. Walters, LEED GA, Assoc. AIA
Fort Worth, TX
Education: B Arch
Reuben G. Walters, LEED GA, Assoc. AIA
B Arch
Fort Worth, TX
Designer in the architectural profession, including interiors, landscape, furniture, fixtures. Graduate: Art Institute, & Cal Poly.
I never believed the collapses were the result of the planes hitting them: - - - you can see explosions 60 plus stories below the impact zones - - - the almost freefall collapse indicating there was NOTHING holding it back - - - WTC 7 collapsing without impact - - - a fire alone cannot collapse a building - - - never has before, nor has since.
Dohn C. Swedberg, AIA
Tacoma, WA
Occupation: Architect
Education: B Arch, Washington State University
Dohn C. Swedberg, AIA
B Arch, Washington State University
Tacoma, WA
Occupation: Architect
I have over 40 years of professional architectural practice and service to the community. I graduated from Washington State University with B. A. in Architecture and received my architectural license in Washington in 1971. I later received licenses in Minnesota, Utah, and Hawaii. I still maintain my license to practice though I am semi-retired at this time.
Nothing that I have seen or heard pertaining to the 9/11 tragedy leads me to any conclusion other than that the two aircraft were not the actual cause the collapse of the twin towers. We will actually not know the true cause until there is an independent and full investigation of the tragedy that took so many lives. I have watched many videos of the 9/11 towers' collapse. I do not think that these demolitions could have taken place without some form of high level government involvement. But even if it can be shown that WTC 1 & 2 were brought down by the plane crashes, it leaves open the collapse of WTC 7. WTC 7 came down like a controlled demolition hours after WTC 1 & 2 and long after the small fires in it were extinguished.
David Joiner, AIA
Overland Park, KS
Education: B Arch
David Joiner, AIA
B Arch
Overland Park, KS
My architectural background is in commercial, residential and institutional projects. I have had my own practice for 17 years and have previously been employed with local and national architectural firms for over 13 years. Project type experience includes offices, custom homes, retail, medical, sports and religious facilities. I have specialized experience with BIM (building information modeling) and 3D computer imaging.
I have serious doubts as to the official 9/11 story after hearing lectures and reading research conducted by David Ray Griffin regarding the contradictions between the official story and the mounting evidence and eyewitness accounts, clearly implying some level of US government involvement in allowing the tragedy to occur. After attending a presentation by Richard Gage AIA, my suspicions grew to a point of suspicion that forces within our own government may have actually orchestrated the events of this fateful day.
Jean-Claude Pierrard, Architecte
RobelmontMeixDvtVirton, Luxembourg, Belgium
Education: ISA St-Luc BRUXELLES
Jean-Claude Pierrard, Architecte
ISA St-Luc BRUXELLES
RobelmontMeixDvtVirton, Luxembourg, Belgium
Independent architectural practice since 1983 in Belgium and Luxembourg.
I thought the collapse looked like a controlled demolition since the first time I saw the building collapse on TV
William A. Lowry, MArch
Davis, CA
Education: M Arch
William A. Lowry, MArch
M Arch
Davis, CA
30 years experience in construction and design as well as small building demo. - - Licensed pilot.
Appear to be controlled demolitions, much too symmetrical. - - Most aircraft fuel ejected upon impact (towers). - - Jet fuel is kerosene, does not burn hot enough in uncontained environment. - - Typical office building does not contain sufficient flammables to make up difference. - - Pentagon evidence points to other than aircraft impact.
Gene Brault, Contractor/Indus
Los Angeles, CA
Education: BS Industrial Design
Gene Brault, Contractor/Indus
BS Industrial Design
Los Angeles, CA
A Bachelor of Science degree from California State University at Long Beach, and forty years as a California B1 General Contractor.
We have the evidence: - - - - - Photographic evidence of cut core columns - - - Chemical evidence of laboratory analysis revealing explosive residues - - - Photographic evidence of explosive squibs - - - Video testimony from the building's owner that they pulled WTC 7 - - - - And the fact that all of the laws of physics and science will not allow buildings to collapse at free fall speed, the way WTC 1, 2 & 7 came down.
William Fields
So Hamilton, MA
William Fields
So Hamilton, MA
I'm just a small town architect involved primarily in the design of wood frame residential structures with nearly fifty years of experience in architecture, thirty-two as a registered architect with the last twenty-eight in a private practice I share with my partner. Because of my years of experience I was granted permission to take the professional exam on the condition I passed all of the required pre-qualifying exams, of which there were five if I recall correctly. I did so in 1980 and passed the architectural licensing exam in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1981. I have no experience with high rise structures but I do believe that logic trumps the nonsense written between the front and back covers of The 9/11 Commission Report. In my view the report is more fiction than fact.
The manner in which the towers fell could only have been through controlled demolition. I've witnessed enough of them through videos and even in person to know this. Initially I presumed the attack, blamed on radical Muslims, was blowback for the horrific foreign policy of the US government. My belief that the attack was blowback has not diminished in the light of new evidence which suggests factions in the US government had prior knowledge of the attacks and not only did nothing to prevent them but complemented them to stage the catastrophe that would ensure the nation's sympathy for a Middle east confrontation. I stand by my belief today that the correct response to this criminal act would have been to find and prosecute the culprits, foreign and domestic, responsible for those acts of terrorism. The actual path chosen only reinforces my belief that the US government played a significant role.
Karim Tabbara, Architect
Marzens, Tarn, France
Education: DPLG 1965
Karim Tabbara, Architect
DPLG 1965
Marzens, Tarn, France
Degree obtained in 1992, after a long period of CAD specialization; I'm established as an independent Architect for many years.
Too many obvious facts to leave any doubts on the causes of the collapse.I'm trying to get colleagues who are Architects to watch a video conference.I never thought it would be so hard to get them to do so.
Daniel Verbeck, Architect
Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
Education: degreed & licensed
Daniel Verbeck, Architect
degreed & licensed
Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
studied in France : architecture, economics, maths history and philosophy of sciences many jobs outside my field of interest Trying now to get back on track and work as an architect
what will come next ?? it seems evident and clear now that these buildings came down on purpose I told friends that Frank Lloyd right's building should be the center of the American power and not these renaissance buildings in Washington DC Such catastrophes seem unavoidable in those conditions.
Patrick J. Mcfadden, AIA
Chester Heights, PA
Occupation: Architect/Fema Pa Project Specialist
Education: BS Arch
Patrick J. Mcfadden, AIA
BS Arch
Chester Heights, PA
Occupation: Architect/Fema Pa Project Specialist
Certified Building Inspector since 1978; Certified Building Code Official & Zoning Officer; Registered Architect in Pennsylvania since 1981 along with 8 other states; Member, AIA, American Institute of Architects 1981; Certificate Holder, NCARB, National Council of Architectural Registration Board, 1982.
At the time of the first WTC building collapse, I said to my wife, as we watched, in disbelief, on TV: '...they imploded the building...', and they '...brought the building down...as if in controlled demolition.' So, right from the moment it happened, I have never believed the 'official' stories, not from day one.
Carl P. Goss, BSc (Hons)
Leeds, W Yorks, United Kingdom
Education: BSc, MSc
Carl P. Goss, BSc (Hons)
BSc, MSc
Leeds, W Yorks, United Kingdom
Over 20 years of technical and detail design of buildings including management and supervision of the construction process.
In my opinion, structural failure of steel framed high-rise buildings should result in quite different collapse events to those observed in WTC buildings 1, 2 and 7.
James C. Smith, AIA, MA
Denver, CO
Education: MA
James C. Smith, AIA, MA
MA
Denver, CO
Have been working in the profession since 1992 (16 years), and have been a licensed architect since 2003. I am the manager of a small Denver firm that does residential and commercial projects.
I found the squib charges in WTC 7 to be irrefuatble evidence of controlled demolition. The implications, while disturbing, reveal more than ever a country without the ideals of Thomas Jefferson, and Benjaimin Franklin. I do think that an un-biased and thorough investigation of the collapse needs to be performed and taking into account all the evidence that has come to light by all of the various sources. While I would like my name to remain on your petition, I recommend for your own credibility and that of all of our names that less convincing and ambiguous aspects be eliminated from your arguments along with discussions of motive. I think consideration needs to be given to many possibilities as non-controlled collapses are nearly completely outside of human experience; whether architect, engineer, or even building demolition expert, none of us have an expectation of how forces at this scale and in these condition should behave. After spending a fair amount of web time investigating myself, I have seen a lot of real amateurish conspiracy mongers that are giving your cause a really bad name. While I believe your spokesman is the most credible I have seen, by keeping your arguments scientific and non-emotional you elevate your own position and improve chances for the end goal, a complete investigation into the collapses.
Kevin M. Mcdonough, AIA
Anderson, SC
Occupation: Architect
Education: BS Arch, Ohio State University
Kevin M. Mcdonough, AIA
BS Arch, Ohio State University
Anderson, SC
Occupation: Architect
BS in Architecture, licensed in multiple states (CT, SC, NC), 40 years experience in the profession primarily focused on healthcare and higher education facilities, both with design and project management. Was an AIA member for 28 years.
I have been in the profession long enough and have worked on multiple types of facilities enough, and have studied this tragedy enough, to feel confident in saying that there was no way those buildings could have come down in that manner. The twin towers were structurally designed to withstand that exact type of situation, and building 7's demise just makes no reasonable, logical sense at all. I feel even more vindicated in my views when viewing the footage of the various collapses, knowing that is not how a structure could possibly collapse under those conditions.
Guillermo Rodriguez
Miami, FL
Education: Master of Architecture
Guillermo Rodriguez
Master of Architecture
Miami, FL
'- Licensed Contractor - led student campaign to establish accredited School of Architecture at FIU in Miami - Served on several transportation committees advocating new National Priority to introduce Mass Transit into all Federal Expressway's ri
The gut feeling we all had was this was an inside job. How could this happen?! Our intelligence, military, civilians, society - we have all been duped by this Bush Evil Empire in their quest to dominate world oil, money and religion. It's like watching a bad cartoon - you guys are among the superheros!
Bertie M. Bonner, AIA
Media, PA
Education: M Arch
Bertie M. Bonner, AIA
M Arch
Media, PA
Architect, sole practitioner, firm established in 1982, primarily residential
As I watched the collapse occur on the morning of 9/11/01 I was shocked because I had been sure that the buildings would not collapse as I watched for the time between the impact and the collapse. The failure mode made no sense to me as I watched it. I read the article in the New Yorker about the structural engineer of the building about a month later. He wondered if the fault lay in a cost cutting measure at the time of construction that was forced on him - one in which less insulation was wrapped around the steel. He blamed himself for the failure. I find the 9/11 Blueprint for Truth Evidence far more convincing.
John C. Swanson, BA
Bismarck, ND
Education: BA, St. Olaf College
John C. Swanson, BA
BA, St. Olaf College
Bismarck, ND
Retired from sole proprietorship of architecture and planning firm with majority of work in medical facility planning and design. Thirty seven years of experience, licensed since 1981.
The official story is political not factual. Intuition alone says the official story about WTC 7, in particular, is simply not true. Falling structures that tall and massive do not free fall unless the elements of resistance (structural elements) have been strategically and violently removed.
Saeed Khorshid, Architect
Vienna, VA
Education: B Arch
Saeed Khorshid, Architect
B Arch
Vienna, VA
I started an architectural and construction company in 1991 in Vienna, VA. I've been a business owner since 1998.
There must be scientific research done on the 9/11 events to see what really happened. All we need is the simple truth. I hope that nobody is withholding the truth from the American people.
Timothy C. Davis, AIA
Austin, TX
Education: M Arch, U Penn; BA, Stanford
Timothy C. Davis, AIA
M Arch, U Penn; BA, Stanford
Austin, TX
Registered architect since 1973, VP Myers Associates Architects, Inc. 1991-2002 Medina, OH, LZT Architects, Inc. 2002-Current Austin TX
Examining the evidence clearly indicates controlled demolition of the three towers. The most telling evidence is the collapse of the third building without impact by a plane.