Specifications - USS Midway

Summary

The USS Midway (NCC-7896) is an Ambassador-Class starship within Alpha Fleet, designed for deep-space exploration, diplomacy, and scientific research. Known for its balance of advanced scientific facilities and defensive systems, the Midway is a versatile vessel capable of handling a range of missions. Its design includes a streamlined saucer section with a prominent deflector dish, along with engineering and secondary hulls for optimal stability and performance.

Equipped with advanced warp capabilities, the Midway can travel vast distances quickly, supporting long-term exploratory assignments. Key features include state-of-the-art science labs for research in xenobiology, astrophysics, and cultural studies; a shuttle bay for planetary exploration; and defensive systems that include phasers, torpedo launchers, and reinforced shielding. The bridge layout fosters collaborative command, making it ideal for coordinating its diverse crew. Representing the ideals of Alpha Fleet, the USS Midway is a symbol of peace, discovery, and cooperation across the galaxy.

General

Class		Ambassador
Role		Deep Space Exploration
Duration		2 Years
Time Between Refits		Emergency Refits as needed. Major Overhauls every 5-7 years and routine refits every 2-3 years
Time Between Resupply		Emergency resupply as needed. After extended missions and routine resupply every 3-6 months

Dimensions

Length		1500 Feet (457 meters)
Width		600 Feet (183 meters)
Height		200 Feet (61 meters)
Decks		12

Personnel

Officers		100
Enlisted Crew		400
Marines		30
Civilians		100
Emergency Capacity		200

Speed

Cruise Speed		Warp 8
Maximum Speed		Warp 9
Emergency Speed		Warp 9.5

Weapons & Defensive Systems

Shields		The USS Midway is equipped with advanced deflector shields characteristic of Ambassador-Class starships, designed to provide robust protection against various threats encountered during deep-space missions. Its multi-layered shielding consists of multiple layers that can adapt to different forms of attack, including energy weapons, physical projectiles, and environmental hazards, enhancing the ship's defensive capabilities and resilience in combat. The modular design of the shield generators allows for quick repairs and replacements, improving the ship's uptime and ensuring it can maintain shield integrity during extended missions. The shields feature dynamic frequency capabilities, enabling the crew to adjust the harmonics in real-time to counteract specific threats, thus making them more resistant to targeted energy weapons. Additionally, the regenerative capabilities of the shield system allow it to gradually recharge and recover after taking damage, helping the Midway maintain its protective envelope even in prolonged engagements. The shields also coordinate with the ship's deflector array, providing an extra layer of defense against hazards like debris, radiation, and energy waves. In critical situations, emergency protocols enable the shields to be temporarily reinforced or boosted for maximum strength, ensuring enhanced protection during emergencies. Overall, the shield systems of the USS Midway reflect the advanced technology and engineering principles of the Federation, ensuring that the ship is well-protected during its exploratory missions and encounters with potential threats.
Weapon Systems		The USS Midway is equipped with a comprehensive array of weapon systems characteristic of Ambassador-Class starships, balancing its role as an exploration vessel with the capability for self-defense and combat. The ship is armed with multiple phaser arrays strategically positioned around its hull, providing 360-degree coverage. These phasers can deliver precision strikes against enemy vessels and can be adjusted for varying levels of power, from non-lethal settings for disabling systems to full power for maximum damage. Additionally, the Midway features several torpedo launchers, including forward and aft tubes capable of firing both photon and quantum torpedoes, which add substantial firepower for engaging larger or heavily armored opponents, allowing targeting of specific systems on enemy ships. To enhance its survivability in hostile situations, the Midway is also equipped with point-defense systems designed to protect against incoming projectiles, such as missiles or small craft, which can automatically target and intercept threats. The ship's weapon systems allow for rapid-fire capabilities, enabling sustained barrages of phaser fire or multiple torpedo launches in quick succession, particularly useful in combat scenarios where maintaining pressure on an opponent is crucial. Integrated into an advanced tactical control system, the weapons allow for efficient targeting and coordination during engagements, with the bridge capable of analyzing combat situations in real-time to optimize effectiveness based on enemy maneuvers. Furthermore, the weapon systems can be operated remotely, providing automation that frees up crew members for other tasks during combat, especially when they are occupied with repairs or damage control. Overall, the weapon systems of the USS Midway reflect a blend of advanced technology and tactical versatility, ensuring that the ship is well-equipped to handle potential threats while fulfilling its primary mission of exploration and diplomacy within the galaxy.
Armament		The USS Midway is equipped with a formidable array of armaments, designed to ensure its effectiveness in both defensive and offensive operations while fulfilling its exploratory missions. The primary armament consists of multiple phaser arrays strategically positioned around the ship to provide comprehensive coverage. These phasers are capable of delivering rapid, precise strikes against hostile targets, with adjustable power settings that allow for everything from stun capabilities to full-power discharges, enabling the crew to respond appropriately to various threats. Complementing the phasers are several torpedo launchers located at the fore and aft of the ship, which can launch both photon and quantum torpedoes. These torpedoes offer significant destructive power, particularly effective against larger or more heavily fortified vessels, allowing the Midway to target specific enemy systems with precision. Additionally, the ship's defensive capabilities include point-defense systems designed to intercept incoming projectiles and small craft, enhancing the vessel's survivability in combat situations. The armament suite is further enhanced by advanced targeting and tactical control systems that allow for efficient engagement and coordination during combat scenarios. With these comprehensive armaments, the USS Midway is well-prepared to defend itself and its crew while undertaking its primary mission of exploration and diplomacy in the vastness of space.

Auxiliary Craft

Shuttlebays		2
Shuttles		The USS Midway is equipped with a versatile complement of shuttles designed to support a wide range of missions, including exploration, transport, and emergency response. The primary shuttle type is the Type-11 shuttlecraft, which serves as the mainstay of the Midway's shuttle fleet. This multipurpose craft is capable of carrying a small crew and cargo, featuring advanced navigation and sensor systems that allow it to conduct detailed planetary surveys, scientific research, and first contact missions. Its compact design and maneuverability make it ideal for landing on planets with varying atmospheric conditions. Additionally, the Midway carries several runabouts, such as the Danube-class, which are larger than shuttlecraft and can accommodate a crew of up to six. These runabouts are equipped for extended missions, offering more storage for equipment and supplies, making them suitable for longer exploratory missions or transporting larger groups. The fleet also includes specialized medical shuttles, designed for emergency medical evacuations and transport of injured personnel; these shuttles are equipped with medical equipment and a small medical bay for urgent care. Cargo shuttles are also part of the fleet, utilized for transporting goods, supplies, and equipment between the Midway and planets or space stations, essential for resupply missions and humanitarian efforts. All shuttlecraft aboard the USS Midway are equipped with advanced communication systems, replicators for food and materials, and defensive shields to enhance their operational capabilities in potentially hostile environments. The shuttle bays facilitate rapid launch and recovery, ensuring that the crew can respond swiftly to diverse mission needs while maximizing the ship's operational effectiveness during exploration and diplomatic endeavors.
Fighters		The USS Midway is equipped with a complement of advanced starfighter craft designed for various tactical operations, including reconnaissance, defense, and offensive support during combat scenarios. The primary fighters include specialized craft such as the F-14 Phantom or the F-15 Eagle, which are engineered for fast attack and air superiority missions. These fighters boast advanced avionics, warp capabilities, and high-performance weapon systems, enabling them to engage enemy vessels and protect the Midway from aerial threats. Their agility and speed make them particularly effective at intercepting incoming ships and providing close support during engagements. Additionally, some of the fighters may serve as multi-role vessels, capable of performing both defensive and offensive missions; equipped with phaser banks and torpedo launchers, they can engage in dogfights as well as execute precision strikes against larger targets. This versatility allows them to adapt to varying mission requirements, whether escorting shuttles, conducting patrols, or engaging hostile forces. The Midway may also carry support craft that assist in reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering missions, equipped with advanced sensor suites and cloaking technology for covert operations. All fighter craft aboard the USS Midway are designed to operate in conjunction with the ship's tactical systems, facilitating coordinated attacks and defense strategies. Launched from the shuttle bays, these fighters can quickly respond to threats or engage in combat scenarios, providing the ship with enhanced tactical flexibility. The combination of speed, firepower, and advanced technology ensures that the USS Midway’s fighter complement is a formidable asset in any operational context.
Runabouts		The USS Midway is equipped with several advanced runabouts, specifically designed to support a variety of mission profiles, including exploration, transport, and scientific research. These runabouts, such as the Danube-class, are larger and more versatile than standard shuttlecraft, providing enhanced capabilities for both crew and cargo transport. Typically capable of accommodating a crew of up to six personnel, runabouts are equipped with advanced navigational systems and sensors that enable them to conduct detailed planetary surveys and engage in first contact missions. The runabouts feature multiple workstations, allowing crew members to perform scientific experiments and gather data while in transit. They are equipped with a replicator for sustenance and materials, making them suitable for extended missions away from the Midway. Their warp capability allows them to travel independently for longer distances, giving them the flexibility to operate away from the starship for extended periods. In terms of armament, runabouts are typically outfitted with phaser banks for self-defense and are capable of carrying torpedoes for offensive operations when necessary. They may also include defensive shields to enhance their survivability in hostile environments. The runabouts can be launched quickly from the shuttle bays, enabling rapid response to emergencies or urgent exploration tasks. Overall, the runabouts aboard the USS Midway are essential assets that enhance the ship's operational flexibility, allowing for diverse mission execution while maintaining a strong connection to the starship. Their combination of advanced technology, operational versatility, and crew capacity makes them invaluable for the Midway's exploratory and diplomatic endeavors.