BIG TOP 1.pdf

This is a Design Liaison Memorandum (DLM) from the Ship Repair Facility in Yokosuka, Japan regarding forward awning modifications for the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC19). The document, dated September 30, 1997, provides technical drawings and specifications for modifying the forward ceremonial tent awning of the ship.

The DLM includes detailed drawings showing a main deck key plan with a "big top" awning area measuring 51'x57', various cross-sections with precise measurements, and technical details about awning attachments using "magic tape" (likely Velcro) and ridge ropes. The document notes that a shipcheck on 9/27/97 revealed the existing big top needed modifications to meet ship requirements. The memorandum references STD-805-1629553 for ship awning details and mentions that one panel of the awning should be modified according to the provided specifications. The document underwent revision A on 10/10/97 which changed sheet 3, added sheet 4, and deleted enclosure 1.