USS Yorktown Shuttle Compliment

Created by Captain Tobias Naros on Wed Apr 11th, 2012 @ 12:01pm

Incursion-class Runabout ("Captain's Yacht")



The Incursion-class runabout was designed in 2377 as an alternative design to the already successful Danube-class. Although the runabout performed well in both space and atmospheric environments, Starfleet officials felt that it was a waste of resources to develop a new runabout without good reason. Their opinion changed, however, when the runabout found its niche as a test bed for a new stealth technology. After a considerable amount of research testing and subsequent revisions in 2385, Starfleet put the design into regular production, allowing it to be assigned as part of the complement of starbases and vessels beyond its original use aboard Sentinel-class starships.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Lafayette



Argo-class Transport



The Argo-class transport first began serving aboard Federation starships sometime during 2379. It was designed with recessed warp nacelles and fold-down wings. These wings were designed to assist in atmospheric maneuverability. The transport can also equipped with an all-terrain buggy that capable of transporting transport up to three passengers over rugged terrain. The buggy was secured aboard the transport's cargo hold via wheel clamps. The transport could also be remote controlled from a device on the buggy. If the vehicle is carried, the maximum capacity of the Argo is four persons.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Drake



Hunley-class Shuttle



Following the end of the Dominion war, and the construction and refitting of more science-orientated ships, Starfleet R&D came to the conclusion that with the hugely successful development of the Argo project, it was also the time to develop a craft that was specialized to sub-aquatic missions that could operate independently for similar durations as Danube- and Delta Flyer-Class runabouts. Starfleet issued a design brief for a small craft that would be able to demonstrate superior atmospheric flying capability with the ability to remain submersed for an indefinite amount of time.

Starfleet R&D considered several designs but finally settled on the promising Hunley-Class. The original plans were modified a great deal, sacrificing a high-ability warp drive and components that enabled superior space flight to make way for a highly superior atmospheric flight and sub-aqua craft. With incredible maneuverability due to its shape and engines, a fresh-designed "Aqua-Drive", the Hunley-Class - named after the first combat-capable submarine - was finally chosen to go forward to production in early 2381.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Ballard



Type 11 Shuttle



With an ultimate goal towards creating a useful all-purpose shuttlecraft, the designers of the Type-11 Personnel Shuttle set out to create a craft that was equipped with all the systems of a starship within the shell of a relatively small shuttle. Allocation of the larger Danube-class runabout to starships in the field proved too costly, and with the expressed need by the Sovereign-class development team for a capable shuttle, the Type-11 was born. Its overall frame and components are a meshing of lessons learned in both the Type-9 and Danube-class vessels. Impressive shielding, several phaser emitters, micro-torpedo launchers and a capable warp propulsion system makes this shuttle capable of performing a multitude of tasks. Both the ventral and dorsal areas of the shuttle feature a new magnaclamp docking port that is capable of linking up to other ships similarly equipped. A two-person transporter and a large aft compartment with a replicator adds to the shuttle's versatility. The end hope is that these all-purpose shuttles will replace the more specific-purpose crafts already stationed on starships, reducing the amount of space needed for shuttle storage in already-cramped bays. The Type-11 is now seeing selective deployment outside the Sovereign-class to further assess its capabilities in the field.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Cape Henry
Chesapeake



Type 9 Shuttle



The Type-9 Personnel Shuttle is a long-range craft capable of traveling at high warp for extended periods of time due to new advances in variable geometry warp physics. Making its debut just before the launch of the Intrepid-class, this shuttle type is ideal for scouting and recon missions, but is well suited to perform many multi-mission tasks. Equipped with powerful Type-VI phaser emitters, the shuttle is designed to hold its own ground for a longer period of time. Comfortable seating for four and moderate cargo space is still achieved without sacrificing speed and maneuverability. As is standard by the 2360's, the shuttle is equipped with a medium-range transporter and is capable of traveling through a planet's atmosphere. With its ability to travel at high-warp speeds, the Type-9 has been equipped with a more pronounced deflector dish that houses a compact long-range sensor that further helps it in its role as a scout. The Type-9 is now being deployed throughout the fleet and is especially aiding deep-space exploratory ships with its impressive abilities.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Washington
Rochambeau
Cornwallis
O'Hara



Type 8 Shuttle



The type-8 shuttlecraft was introduced in 2371 alongside the Intrepid-class and soon replaced the older type-6 shuttles. There were only minor differences in the size of the port and starboard windows, and the warp nacelles resembled those of an Intrepid-class starship. Internally the type-8 was virtually indistinguishable from the type-6. Type-8 shuttles were composed of duranium, magnesite and carbon residue. It has become standard to equip the type-8 with dual phaser arrays following Voyager's experiences in the Delta Quadrant.

ASSIGNED TO USS YORKTOWN:
Graves
Hood