Free Republic

Working to refurbish a historic landmark is a daunting task for any architect. Redesigning a historic landmark that weighs over 27,000 tons (24,300 metric tons) and floats could be considered a nightmare! Fortunately, the right architect,coupled with a skilled fabricator and supplier, equate to innovative solutions and aesthetically successful results. Only four of the original 24 Essex-Class aircraft carriers exist today. One calls New York City its home, the USS Intrepid. Known as the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum since its founding in 1982, the attraction is a staple for tourists visiting the Big Apple.