USS Albuquerque Memorial Park: Honoring a Legacy
The USS Albuquerque, a Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, served the United States Navy for nearly 34 years before being decommissioned in 2017. Named after the City of Albuquerque, this submarine played a vital role in defending our nation and honoring the spirit of its namesake city. Now, Pascetti Steel is helping preserve a piece of this historic vessel for future generations.
The City of Albuquerque has secured the sail and fairwater planes of the USS Albuquerque, ensuring that a significant part of its history remains in the community. This massive structure, measuring 33 feet wide, 26 feet long, and standing 19 feet tall, serves as a striking tribute to the servicemen and women who operated the submarine throughout its years of service.
↑↑↑ ↓↓↓ In storage lot at Kirtland Airforce Base ↑↑↑ ↓↓↓
The restoration process is currently underway at Pascetti Steel, where the USS Albuquerque sail has been carefully pieced back together after being transported from Kirtland Air Force Base. Pascetti is leading the restoration efforts, utilizing expert metal fabrication techniques to reinforce and prepare the sail for public display. Our skilled team is working diligently to ensure that this historic structure is restored with precision and care, preserving its integrity while making it ready for installation at its final destination.
↑↑↑ Pothole Plates Ready For Resurfacing ↑↑↑
↑↑↑ Sandblasting And Surface Prep ↑↑↑
↓↓↓ Reassembly at Pascetti Steel Yard ↓↓↓
Once fully restored, the USS Albuquerque sail will be permanently placed at Tingley Beach, serving as the focal point of a new memorial. This location, near the water, provides a fitting setting to honor the USS Albuquerque’s legacy and the brave sailors who served aboard her. The City, along with the U.S. Navy and community partners, have developed a draft concept plan for the USS Albuquerque.
Navy Week Press Conference with Admiral Stuart Munsch and Mayor Tim Keller at Pascetti Steel
Pascetti Steel: Bringing History Back to Life
At Pascetti Steel, we take pride in restoring and preserving historic structures like the USS Albuquerque. Our team of skilled fabricators is using advanced metalworking techniques to reassemble this piece of history. At Pascetti Steel, we are committed to using durable materials to reinforce the USS Albuquerque sail. This ensures that it withstands the elements while maintaining its original character.
The USS Albuquerque is more than just metal and rivets—it represents the dedication and sacrifice of those who served. Pascetti Steel is proud to contribute to this important project, ensuring that the sail’s story is preserved for future generations.
Be Part of History
The community is invited to be part of this historic project. Whether through donations, support, or spreading the word, every contribution helps! Lets make the USS Albuquerque sail memorial becomes a landmark that future generations can visit and learn from.
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