Class C shuttlecraft

The Class C shuttlecraft was a commonly used Starfleet and civilian shuttlecraft from the mid-23rd century through the late-24th century.
== History ==
From the mid-2230s to the mid-2250s, Class C shuttlecraft were utilized by Starfleet and were standard across the fleet, including on starbases and , , and ships. 
This type of craft was also used by the Imperial in the mirror universe. ()
In 2257, an upgraded Class C shuttle with larger aft compartment was introduced. ()
As late as the 2390s, Class C shuttles remained a common sight at Starfleet facilities in the Sol system, and as taxis and school shuttles by civilian groups such as WSA. (; )
== Technical data ==
This type of craft had a cockpit with seating for two pilots and a cabin area with seating for a dozen passengers. ()
The aft section of the shuttles was equipped with transporters, capable of transporting at least three persons. ()
Type 2 phasers were also located in an equipment bay on the bulkhead near the aft airlock. ()
File:DSC 01 cockpit.jpg|Cockpit
File:DSC 01 cabin.jpg|Cabin
File:Class C shuttle interior.jpg|Aft section
When the shuttle was landed, a telescoping ramp extended from beneath the airlock, allowing egress and entry. ()
The shuttle was equipped with a ventral bay, from which it could launch probes. It had blast shutters that could close over the windows in case of attack. ()
In 2257, the complement of Class C shuttlecraft aboard the and was upgraded with enhanced phasers in preparation for battle with a Control-controlled Section 31 fleet. Many appeared reconfigured with a larger aft component attached to the hull, as evidenced by DSC 12 and DSC 23. ()
Livery on the Class C shuttle consisted of bold red striping, occasionally including white stripes, registry number of the ship or facility to which the shuttle was attached, and Starfleet insignia. ()
== Shuttles of this type ==
* Cornwell's cruiser
* DSC 01
* DSC 03
* DSC 05
* DSC 06
* DSC 08
* DSC 12
* DSC 23
* DSC 31
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* SHN 03
* SHNZ 03 (mirror universe)
* SMT 05
* SPT 21
* WSA 01
* Unnamed Class C shuttles
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=== Background information ===
The Class C shuttle was designed by , in collaboration with Scott Schneider and John Eaves. 
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Category:Federation shuttle classes
Category:Spacecraft classes (mirror)