Starbase 52

Starbase 52 was a Federation starbase in operation in the 24th century.

In 2363, Captain Jean-Luc Picard traveled to the base to await his assignment to the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D). At the same time, the USS Lexington (NCC-61832), commanded by Gilaad Ben Zoma, was docked at the station for repairs. This allowed Ben Zoma to catch up with his former captain and share a few drinks, during which, Picard told him about the great first officer he had picked for the Enterprise, William T. Riker.