Primary Function

A small capsule found aboard most starships that are used in the event that the parent ship is damaged and pending destruction. Starfleet vessels have enough escape pods to evacuate the entire crew and any non-Starfleet personnel during normal operations.

Most Escape pods are fitted with a large amount of rations and limited medical capabilities. Once launched, Escape pods can be recovered by the parent starship or other starships to rescue the occupants. Escape pods can also be tethered together to extend/maximise the limited resources available till rescue arrives. Some escape pods are also fitted to allow for entry into the atmosphere of a planet.

Crew Maximum

• 1 - 30 (dependant on Escape pod)

Dimensions

• Varies

Hull

• Varies based on Starship class
• Atmospheric re-entry heat shield (Varies on Escape pod)

Armament

• Offensive
  • None

• Defensive
  • None

Propulsion

• Rapid Deployment Thrusters
• Main Thrusters

Auxiliary Systems

• Parachute
• Flotation stow
• Docking tether
• Starfleet Ration packs (amount varies)
• Emergency Medical Equipment (Basic)
• Short range Communication system

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  Intrepid & Defiant class Escape Pods

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  Sovereign class escape pod

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  Galaxy Class Escape Pods

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  Miranda Class Escape Pods

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  Delta Flyer Escape Pod