Type 15 Shuttlepod

The Type 15 shuttlepod was a Federation shuttlepod carried by Starfleet vessels, a small version of Starfleet's larger shuttlecraft.

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Service history
Type 15 shuttlepods were introduced sometime prior to 2365, and were part of the standard shuttle complement on Galaxy-class, Renaissance-class, and Nebula-class starships. (TNG: "Time Squared", "Identity Crisis"; DS9: "Second Sight")

Technical data
Type 15 shuttlepods were equipped with two long range 750 millicochrane impulse driver engines, also known as impulse nacelles, which were located on either side of the craft. The shuttlepod was also equipped with eight DeFI 657 hot gas RCS thrusters, also known as microfusion thrusters. In addition to a primary deuterium supply, power was provided by three sarium krellide cells. (TNG: "In Theory", "Descent" display graphic) These shuttles did not have warp capability. (TNG: "Time Squared") However, if launched from a starship at warp, they could travel at warp for an undetermined period of time. Type 15 shuttlepods were also equipped with deflector shields. The normal flight crew was two pilots, although the shuttle could easily be operated by a single person. Some configurations even included only a single pilot seat. (TNG: "The Mind's Eye") The ship also had a small cargo space, which could be used for carrying supplies. The cargo area was loaded and accessed through a hatch in the back of the craft. (TNG: "The Most Toys") The Type 15 was not normally outfitted to carry passengers, but in some configurations a bench was located in the cargo area for an additional passenger. In this configuration, the cargo hatch included a round emergency egress point, which could be blown away by explosive charges. (TNG: "Power Play") =Notes=  =Sources=