U.S.S. Excalibur NCC-2004-A
United Alliance of Planets
Star Fleet Long Range Exploration Division
Star Fleet Command
The upgraded Excelsior-type deep-space exploration vessel of the Lindbergh class completed test trials on Stardate 9209.22 under the auspices of Star Fleet Engineering, Commander Onibur SkyWalker in command.
The Lindbergh Class prototype was fundamentally identical to the Excelsior Class in primary and secondary structure and layout, a class which has seen service for 88 years. This particular production model incorporated the Galaxy Type VII warp drive nacelles and power generation units and an upgraded structural integrity field generator.
The Lindbergh Class prototype was also equipped with a modular-type bridge, fitted with a Galaxy B-category bridge module and computer interface. This highly popular and successful command center type was to be the standard for all future designs.
Technical Data
- Model Type
- Mark II
- Date Constructed
- Stardate 9901.30
- Total Constructed
- 1
- Length
- 511 meters
- Beam
- 196 meters
- Height
- 89 meters
- Gross Weight
- 339,645 metric tons
- Cargo Units
- 140 SCU
- Cargo Capacity
- 19,000 metric tons
- Landing Capability
- None
- Detachment Ability
- Emergency Only (see below)
- Computer Type
- Upgraded M-15
- Automation Rating
- 92%
- Transporters
- 4 standard (6 person)
- 3 emergency (22 person)
- 2 cargo (20 metric tons)
- Transporter Range
- 2.3 standard A.U.
- Crew Complement
- 385
- Passengers
- 120
- Shuttlecraft
- 5 two-person
- 4 drone
- 2 high-capacity
- 2 attack-type experimental
- 1 warp-capable
- Maximum Speed
- Warp 9.743
- Emergency Warp
- Warp 9.99875 for 199 milliunits only
- Weapon Data
- Classified (consult technical journal)
- Shield Power
- 20 x 3/3 FSS Type modified
- Deflector Power
- 16 x 1/3/2 Standard deflector
The auxiliary bridge was relocated in center-hub at the central computer core. An alternate auxiliary bridge was also placed in the engineering hull and configured as a tactical center. Because of the planned scientific and exploratory nature of ship assignment, upgraded medical and laboratory facilities plus an entire planetary sciences division and xenobiology unit were installed. Power storage modifications also extended the ship's effective time/range ratio by x.6/3 plus supplement shield and sensor capabilities (see above data for specifications).
More information on the Upgraded Excelsior/Lindbergh Class vessel and exploration modifications can be found in Spacefleet Publication 4/4654.92. Certain operational capabilities of the prototype Lindbergh Class starship are still classified by order of Spacefleet Operations. Special modular units were incorporated for easy exchange of critical engineering components and the addition of supplementary scientific, engineering and tactical equipment. An additional pylon hardpoint was installed for testing of a third pylon/nacelle unit. The modification was left intact as future, long range missions may dictate for additional warp power. The additional conduit/pylon hard point attachment was available to configure the main hull section for autonomous warp power and operations in an emergency detachment.
Note: The Lindbergh Class prototype was not equipped for routine saucer separation. The saucer section could separate only in extreme emergency for use as a lifeboat and could sustain impulse speeds and life support for periods of up to 120 days depending on fuel and expendable depletion levels above optimal ratings. Once detached, reattachment could be accomplished only at a specially equipped Spacefleet maintenance facility.