The Boeing-made 747 crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff July 17, 1996. Groundbreaking at a donated two-acre site on Long Island took place this year on the anniversary of the fatal incident. But Seaman, who lobbied TWA for a contribution, is disappointed that the St. Louis-based airline declined. Abels said in a letter to Seaman.
Fund raising efforts include selling engraved bricks for the memorial's walkway.