That was the kind of operation(s) that I was envisaging with this new class. Especially with Starfleets experience of exactly how incredibly dangerous it can be out there. I've mentioned previously that I believed that shuttles would be scrapped, or at least play a minor role in 'modern' Starfleet operations, to be replaced by runabouts instead. This also begs the thought of whether the vessel would carry some type of light, fast scout vessel too - something used in place of the captain's yacht - which may be considered a luxury.Originally Posted by Cpt. Lundgren