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
Sean Glazier, Lead Engineer
BSEE
I have long said the official story is bogus and wrote articles about and gave radio interviews explaining the position. As an engineer we have a commitment to…
Sean Glazier, Lead Engineer
BSEE
Queen Creek, AZ
Hobbies include the study of physics. I have worked in industries from Transformer manufacture to Robotics and realtime programming to Lead software engineer for Cincom Smalltalk.
I have long said the official story is bogus and wrote articles about and gave radio interviews explaining the position. As an engineer we have a commitment to the truth. The official explanation violates accepted law of physics and engineering. We have a duty to expose the truth
Christopher F. Koch, PE
BS EEAP, Case Western Reserve University
The way that the three buildings fell on 9/11 certainly raises doubts that they fell due to the reported causes: damage by the aircraft and the subsequent fire.…
Christopher F. Koch, PE
BS EEAP, Case Western Reserve University
Lima, OH
19 years of experience in Power, Machine Control and Information Systems Engineering
The way that the three buildings fell on 9/11 certainly raises doubts that they fell due to the reported causes: damage by the aircraft and the subsequent fire. The fact that Building 7 also fell in the same fashion (completely vertical), and the abundant physical and photographic evidence of explosives, convinces me that an independent investigation of this matter must be undertaken.
Maureen P. Westrick, RIBA
B Arch, Ball State University
The characteristics of the collapses as portrayed in the media do not follow any law of physics as taught in American schools given the fireproofing, sprinklers, and structure…
Maureen P. Westrick, RIBA
B Arch, Ball State University
Intervale, NH
27 years of experience in residential, light commercial & hospitality in the south of England and the US. Now practicing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire specializing in non-toxic and green residential architecture.
The characteristics of the collapses as portrayed in the media do not follow any law of physics as taught in American schools given the fireproofing, sprinklers, and structure of the towers.
Gabriel N. Doyle, EE
Electrical Engineering, 1988
I cannot say anything more than this site already has. I was wathing TV when the attack started and I couldn't believe that one aircraft had destroyed a…
Gabriel N. Doyle, EE
Electrical Engineering, 1988
Brasilia, DF, Brazil
I graduated in 1988. Worked as a teacher in a tecnical school and federal university. Nowadays I'm a federal civil servent working in regulation of Brazilian alectrical system.
I cannot say anything more than this site already has. I was wathing TV when the attack started and I couldn't believe that one aircraft had destroyed a big building like the WTC. It's physically impossible, in my oppinion.
Arthur Hugh M. Jones
P. Eng. (Geological) Retired
BSc Geological Engineering, University of Toronto, Canada, 1957
In addition to the demolition of the towers, I'm most interested in the apparent non-airline attack on Pentagon. Overlaying the plan of the plane it becomes obvious that…
Arthur Hugh M. Jones
BSc Geological Engineering, University of Toronto, Canada, 1957
Scarborough, ON, Canada
Occupation: P. Eng. (Geological) Retired
The engineering school at the University of Toronto awards B.A.Sc. degrees and M.A.Sc. degrees. I received the first in 1957 and the second a few years later. I've worked in mining exploration for 40 years. Throughout my active career, I maintained a membership in one or another of the Provincial Engineering Associations. At age 65, I was made a Life Member of The Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta.
In addition to the demolition of the towers, I'm most interested in the apparent non-airline attack on Pentagon. Overlaying the plan of the plane it becomes obvious that the starboard engine and wingtip would strike the wall at the same instant as the nosecone, yet there was no mark on the wall. The engine weighed 12 tons and was more likely than the nosecone to penetrate the outer wall. A diagram with the two superimposed might be the most conclusive to the general public.
Paul Higginson
Architect
BA(Hons) Architecture
I agree that your evidence suggests a different cause to the collapse of these structures.
Paul Higginson
BA(Hons) Architecture
Glasgow, KY
Occupation: Architect
Associate Architect - - ARC - Architecture Research Conservation - - April 2010 - Present - - - - Architect - - Building Design Partnership - - 2006 -- 2009 Project architect on various schemes - - - - Senior Architect - - jmarchitects 2005
I agree that your evidence suggests a different cause to the collapse of these structures.
Louis Anderson, BSc, MAS
Ram Engineer
BSc (Engineering) West Point, NY, 1979; MAS Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle, FL, 1990
The WTC destruction was eerily similar to that of the Murrah Building in Oklahoma City. Both had bombs placed in strategic locations throughout the building to bring the…
Louis Anderson, BSc, MAS
BSc (Engineering) West Point, NY, 1979; MAS Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle, FL, 1990
Lawton, OK
Occupation: Ram Engineer
BS, Aerospace Engineering concentration, US Military Academy, West Point. MAS, Aeronautical Science concentration Aeronautics, Embry-Riddle University Operations Research Systems Analyst for the past 30 years both in the military and as a military contractor and civil servant working on weapon systems development and testing.
The WTC destruction was eerily similar to that of the Murrah Building in Oklahoma City. Both had bombs placed in strategic locations throughout the building to bring the buildings down without toppling over onto surrounding buildings. The Murrah Building, however, had television footage that told of firefighters and emergency workers taking unexploded bombs out of the building before the national powers were able to spin the story to use of only one outdoor fertilizer bomb. Both had the evidence carted off before a full investigation could be completed and both allowed critical documents concerning dubious projects to conveniently be destroyed. Finally, both had agencies that occupied those buildings that told their workers not to go to work on those fateful days.
Peter Hendrickson, Architect
degreed & licensed
Peter Hendrickson, Architect
degreed & licensed
Santa Rosa, CA
Howard Davis, BSEE
BSEE
I witnessed the collapses of the towers and of WTC 7 on live TV. I am certain these were due to demolition explosives that had to be placed…
Howard Davis, BSEE
BSEE
Brooklyn, NY
Graduate of Cooper Union, BSEE Summa Cum Laude, 1976. Currently working in the engineering field as a circuit designer - consultant.
I witnessed the collapses of the towers and of WTC 7 on live TV. I am certain these were due to demolition explosives that had to be placed BEFORE the alleged surprise attack, thus proving a conspiracy. WTC 7 was an obviously standard demolition by explosives. In the towers, the collapses began at the TOP, not at the points of plane impact, showing the explosives were detonated in sequence from top down to simulate a pancake collapse. The presence of molten iron under the debris of all 3 collapsed buildings proves the use of thermate, as the fires could not possibly have been hot enough to melt steel. The small human body fragments found on the roofs of nearby buildings could only have been caused by the detonations of high explosives.
Kurt Worthington, Urban Planner
M Arch
Kurt Worthington, Urban Planner
M Arch
San Francisco, CA
Katherine E. Bewersdorf, MS
Controls Engineer
M.S., Aerospace Engineering, WashU
My main concern here is the lack of analysis performed in the Official 9/11 Commission Report, and glaring omissions such as the collapse of 7 WTC. The Commission…
Katherine E. Bewersdorf, MS
M.S., Aerospace Engineering, WashU
Denver, CO
Occupation: Controls Engineer
I earned my B.S. in Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2002. I earned an M.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis. I worked in the defense industry from 2003 to 2008 at The Boeing Company as a Controls Engineer.
My main concern here is the lack of analysis performed in the Official 9/11 Commission Report, and glaring omissions such as the collapse of 7 WTC. The Commission claimed that 1 WTC collapsed in a pancake fashion (p. 308) and that 2 WTC fell in ten seconds and collapsed into itself (p.305). Given that free fall speed for the buildings would be around 9.2 seconds, and that the law of conservation of energy would prohibit such a rapid collapse under the pancake theory, the lack of scientific evidence and analysis leaves much to be desired. Furthermore, research on the WTC dust yielded highly advanced nano-thermitic compounds, indicating the true cause of collapse of the three WTC buildings was indeed through the use of explosives (Active Thermitic Material Discovered from the 9/11 World Trade Center Catastrophe. The Open Chemical Physics Journal, 2009). That finding supports the mechanics of collapse observed, including the coincidentally high degree of symmetry, lack of rotation or bending of the upper sections of the North and South Towers above the plane impact zones during collapse, and of course the speed at which they fell. This and video evidence of sequential explosions during the towers' destruction indicate that the twin towers were brought down by systematic controlled demolition. The nature of fall and lack of structural damage to 7 WTC also indicates an organized, deliberate demolition occurred here. There is more than enough scientific evidence to cause for demand of an independent investigation of the nature of the events on 9/11/01 and an unbiased diligent effort applied into discovering who was involved.
Claire Cox
Health/Ophthalmology
Tower 5 burned and burned and burned, never fell. Tower 7 hardly burned at all, and fell after Silverstein admittedly said Pull it and 20 minutes AFTER the…
Claire Cox
Horseshoe Bend, ID
Occupation: Health/Ophthalmology
Retired Ophthalmic Medical Technician, mother, wife, and grandmother and student of aquaponics.
Tower 5 burned and burned and burned, never fell. Tower 7 hardly burned at all, and fell after Silverstein admittedly said Pull it and 20 minutes AFTER the BBC reported it. What happened at the other locations gets so much attention, but there is enough evidence in these 2 unheard of buildings to warrant ANY investigation into their collapse. After all, they are not mentioned in the official report, so they have not been officially investigated, right?
Petition Signatories
Jennifer Jones
Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Retired
Jennifer Jones
Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Retired
It's time for the public to become aware of the truth regarding the 911 demolition of the twin towers and what really happened that day.
Brian Winsick
Thousand Oaks, CA
Brian Winsick
Thousand Oaks, CA
I am a husband, father, coach and public school teacher.
Christopher A. Clover
Charlottesville, VA
Christopher A. Clover
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia, BA 1998. Speak English, Spanish, French. Public relations and public affairs consulting. Internet project management and development. Real estate broker.
The government's story about what happened on 9/11 does not hold up or make sense. I demand as a US citizen a thorough and transparent inquiry into what really happened that day, and to pursue this using every recourse at the government's disposal.
Stuart Spolin
Manchester, NJ
Occupation: Retired
Education: Some college
Stuart Spolin
Some college
Manchester, NJ
Occupation: Retired
Went to LIU University 3 seminars. Help start a transportation business in the early 80's. Retired as Operations manager.
Totally an inside job. Only a fool could not perceive.
James Ryan
Central Brittany, SC
Occupation: Carer
Education: Kingston London
James Ryan
Kingston London
Central Brittany, SC
Occupation: Carer
Architecture Degree. Year in North Wales business. Started Masters but withdrew to care for my terminally ill son.
After seeing the 3rd tower fall I started looking in to how, why and when. I am nearly 100% convinced it was a controlled demolition.After this I looked in to the collapse of the first two towers. Again, I believe these were controlled explosions.After six years of study in to structures, I feel very confident in my observations and conclusions of this tragic event
Colin Stumborg
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Colin Stumborg
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Pauline E. Zager
Doylestown, PA
Occupation: Music Therapy-Board Certified & Music Instruction
Education: Post Graduate
Pauline E. Zager
Post Graduate
Doylestown, PA
Occupation: Music Therapy-Board Certified & Music Instruction
Owner and operator of a private practice providing music lessons in my local community since 2003. Earned my board certified license as a Music Therapist in 2010. Provide music therapy in nursing home communities for pay and as a volunteer.
We said we would 'never forget.' Although, the stickers and t-shirts proclaiming that sentiment have all but disappeared the memory of that day haunts our hearts and memories. The generations of young people born within a few years of 9-11 need to be educated about this event, the most profound tragedy to ever occur to American citizens; and, they need to be informed of a truthful account of history. Though it is as unthinkable as 9-11 itself we must keep in mind the old adage about remembering history lest it be doomed to repeat itself. While I was not personally affected by 9-11 in that, thankfully, I was not in New York at the time nor had any loved ones there my conscious cannot rest with the lingering idea that next time it will be me, my husband, or a dear friend. Nor can my conscious rest in the belief (supported by the evidence of these courageous architects and engineers) that the people who did lose their lives and their loved ones have not been told the truth and have not received justice.
Guillermo Alvarez
New York City, NY
Guillermo Alvarez
New York City, NY
I'm a citizen, no other experience necessary. I am an intelligent, sane human that demands a real investigation.
It was a controlled demolition. That is all. Why do I need to write any more. Anyone can clearly see it was a controlled demolition.
Peter L. Marsh
Perth, WA, Australia
Occupation: Geology
Education: University
Peter L. Marsh
University
Perth, WA, Australia
Occupation: Geology
Studied environmental science, now a Geological field Technician, just an open minded person who can see the BS and propaganda of the evil nutcases trying to run this world.
From all the information I have seen and read it is clear to me that;Explosives were used to bring down all three buildings into their own footprintS .No plane hit the Pentagon - it was a missile + explosives. No plane crashed in Pennsylvania where they said it did - the ground scar is visible in aerial photo from 1994. Evidence that I found convincing: Physicist Jones' work on nanothermite, molten steel pouring out of building, 45 degree angle cuts in the main columns, molten steel in the basement weeks after the event, dust coming of building as it shakes from a bomb going off seconds before plane hits - as per the janitors story of a bomb going off in the basement.
Deo Arellano
San Pablo, CA
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Education: CSU Sacramento
Deo Arellano
CSU Sacramento
San Pablo, CA
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Grew up in Manila Philippines but went to college in California in 1974. Graduated 1978 with BA Environmental Studies on Deans Honor List.
Kevin J. Gallagher
Danbury, CT
Occupation: game MFG
Education: College
Kevin J. Gallagher
College
Danbury, CT
Occupation: game MFG
I am not a engineer but anyone with common sense could see something is very wrong with the official story. What is surprising is that nothing after 20 years has been done about it, and it looks like nothing will be. I smell gate keepers in the mix holding up the show .
It is quite obvious with even a Cursory observation, that building 7 was a planned demolition. The hard part is to bypass the dumbing down of the American people.
Lucy Mason
Independence, MO
Lucy Mason
Independence, MO
I am a retired real estate agent & broker. I have 2 eyes that witnessed 9/11 on TV and have questioned for 13 years what I saw and the explanation that was 'fed' to the American people!
I am not satisfied with the investigation of 9/11 and want to know exactly what happened to all 3 buildings plus the Pentagon 13 years ago.....too many people were killed and too many First responders were injured and have died from being exposed to the devastation that brought those buildings down! The American public MUST know who and what were behind this great tragedy.
Raymond E. Smith
Chapel Hill, NC
Raymond E. Smith
Chapel Hill, NC
Soenke Richter
Munich, Germany
Occupation: German Dipl.-Ing. @ Car Development
Education: German University
Soenke Richter
German University
Munich, Germany
Occupation: German Dipl.-Ing. @ Car Development
Mark Reynolds
Harrison, AR
Mark Reynolds
Harrison, AR
Plumber working in high rise condominium construction -- concrete slab as well as steel and poured pan construction.
Having worked in numerous high rise condominium developments as a plumber, and seeing the way they are constructed, allowed me to critically view the destruction of the towers as something other than what the government official version tells us.
Angelina Brewer
West Sacramento, CA
Angelina Brewer
West Sacramento, CA
I have spent countless hours reading articles, data from engineers and contractors, and watching documentaries which all lead me to believe that the official 9-11 story is just that, a story. I want the truth spoken out loud for all to hear!
Thermite was used. I want to know why and how. Building 7 fell, why? It was reported on BEFORE it fell, why? Why the buildings straight down when it was mathematically impossible and they were built not to do that? Why did Bush just sit there when he was told we were under 'attack'? Why were the planes not shot out of the sky? How did paper passports survive the crash but no plane pieces were ever found at the Pentagon or in that field? Why did rescue workers and regular people report on hearing explosions while inside the WTC? Nothing adds up!!
Alex M. Dominicus
Delft, Netherlands
Occupation: Student
Education: Delft Univesity of technology
Alex M. Dominicus
Delft Univesity of technology
Delft, Netherlands
Occupation: Student
Just got my bachelor degree in mechanical engineering. 22 y/o from Delft, the Netherlands. During my studies I've had relevant classes on dynamics, material science and thermodynamics.
The images of the WTC 7 collapse strongly suggest a case of controlled demolition. Since the official reports state false statements about the collapse of this building an independent investigation is needed. I do not have any complex conspiracy theories but the official reports just cannot be correct.
Joel Valasek
Vail, AZ
Joel Valasek
Vail, AZ
Duncan B. Brown
Tucson, AZ
Occupation: Retired
Education: 2 BA's
Duncan B. Brown
2 BA's
Tucson, AZ
Occupation: Retired
9 years of college. BA in Secondary Education (Major: English Minor: Psychology) - from Arizona State University 1974. BA in Bible from Puget Sound College of - the Bible 1983. - - 'I have 9 years of college under my belt with 2 earned degrees that certify that I can read, write, talk, and THINK.' -
I don't believe in the 'magic bullet' theory of the JFK Assassination, and I don't believe that massive, steel framed, concrete re-inforced buildings 'collapse' at 'free fall' speed from jet plane impacts that occur MANY STORIES ABOVE the greatest foundational support structures of said buildings.
Randall A. Becker
Columbus, OH
Occupation: Journeyman Electrician
Randall A. Becker
Columbus, OH
Occupation: Journeyman Electrician
Jonathan Vergona
Newhall, CA
Jonathan Vergona
Newhall, CA
Jason F. Root
Great Barrington, MA
Jason F. Root
Great Barrington, MA
It's true I am not a physicist, but when large, high rise steel buildings disappear into the ground in seven seconds, it may be time to start doing one's own research, independent thinking and investigation into the matter, and realize that the media may not be an entirely reliable source of truthful information, on 9/11/2001 events. The more I reflect on the video footage of the twin towers 'collapsing' the more I move away from the notion that weakened structures within the buildings from airline impacts and kerosene fires could cause the two towers to experience global, uniform collapse via complete desolation of concrete, in a time frame that suggests near or at free fall speed. I don't think one needs to be an engineer or a physicist to see that this is patently absurd.
Joseph Slabaugh
Bean Station, TN
Joseph Slabaugh
Bean Station, TN
I am not sure what to think right now, but may truth be revealed!
Henrik P. Frederiksen
BirkerD Denmark, Denmark
Henrik P. Frederiksen
BirkerD Denmark, Denmark
Wim Stouwdam
Wezep, Netherlands
Occupation: Breathing Therapist
Education: HEAO -HDO
Wim Stouwdam
HEAO -HDO
Wezep, Netherlands
Occupation: Breathing Therapist
Last 25 years I have been selling cars and performing maintenance on cars. The coming 25 years I will be helping people get their health back as a Breathing Therapist.
I hope all responsible people will be brought to justice for bringing down these buildings, even if it concerns ministers and ... President. The time of lying and covering up is over. It is time for the Truth.
John Hunter
Ingersoll, ON, Canada
Education: H BSc
John Hunter
H BSc
Ingersoll, ON, Canada
WTC7 was brought down by demolition.
Erin Scott
Missoula, MT
Occupation: Solar Electric System Installer
Erin Scott
Missoula, MT
Occupation: Solar Electric System Installer
I was a surveyor at the time of 9/11 and went through licensure a few years later. I have since left the industry.
I was a surveyor/civil engineering tech the day of 9/11. I sat in a room full of structural engineers and architects that were calling it bad as the towers were falling. I am not sure what freaked me out more at that time, seeing the event unfold or hearing the guys around me debunk the event as it happened based on the technical details. Now I am far more freaked out by what the Government is doing since. Stay out of Syria!!
Andrea R. Winship, Dr
Evanston, IL
Occupation: Oriental Medical Practitioner
Education: Master's Degree
Andrea R. Winship, Dr
Master's Degree
Evanston, IL
Occupation: Oriental Medical Practitioner
Am finishing up a Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine and will be practicing in the Chicago area. Bachelor's of Liberal Arts; The Evergreen State College; Olympia Washington. One year post-baccalaureate at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Non-stop seeker of 9/11 Truth.
The official story makes no sense when you look at Tower 7's obvious controlled demolition with a few fires in the building that had been put out. I've seen enough footage and enough information to tell me that that there is a story behind the official story that has yet to be told and we need to find out who the perpetrators are and bring them to justice. Why? Because everything in this country has changed as a result of what happened on that day-----everything.
Anne M. Howard
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Occupation: Music/Mental Health
Anne M. Howard
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Occupation: Music/Mental Health
A musician who works in the community supporting adults with mental health needs.
An independent inquiry is essential, WTC7 alone is enough to alert anyone to the fact that we are being told the actual truth.
Jeff F. Dominianni
Phoenix, AZ
Occupation: Business Owner
Education: AA
Jeff F. Dominianni
AA
Phoenix, AZ
Occupation: Business Owner
My education is largely the result of an inquiring mind and life experience (plenty of that at 61 years of age!) though I do have some college education and have raised 4 children.
At first, I suppose I was like most, if not all Americans, who bought into the 'story' as told. In the years since, I have done quite a bit of exploring the event and have found more questions than answers, so here I am!
Natalie Palmer
Sparks, NV
Natalie Palmer
Sparks, NV
I have read many books and watched many documentaries on the crime of 9/11 and have come to realize that we as Americans were lied to by the media and the government. Thank you to all the organizations and people who still to this day continue to work to get to the truth about what really happened on 9/11 so that those who did this can be brought to justice for the sake of all of those who were murdered on that day in broad daylight and all those who have died since for reasons related to this crime.
I do not believe the 9/11 story as told by the media on that day and thereafter. I request that a real investigation into this tragic event be made and that those who did this crime are brought to justice.
Diana L. Davies
Los Angeles, CA
Diana L. Davies
Los Angeles, CA
Fine arts consultant providing services regarding acquisition, inventory, framing, installation design, installation, deaccession, etc. of fine art collections in the corporate setting.
The official version of the events of 9/11/01 seems entirely implausible.
Charles A. Hague
Windham, ME
Occupation: Retired Pipe-Fitter Plumber
Education: Trade School
Charles A. Hague
Trade School
Windham, ME
Occupation: Retired Pipe-Fitter Plumber
Worked as a pipe fitter, plumbing foreman for a mechanical contractor primarily put together projects at the now decommissioned Brunswick navel air station.
I happened to be home with an injured disc so I watched every bit of news pretty much all day and night. It's obvious to me it was a contrived red flag operation to put us into war.