2257
Historical Events
- By: Most (but not all) of the Canopus class survey cruisers have been retired. Many are sold to UFP allies and partners; others are provided to Federation research organizations.[1]
- By: Final Kiaga production is 189 vessels.[2]
- The first of the Burke, Aldrin and Magellan subclass frigates (and scout cruisers) start receiving transporter system upgrades.[3]
- USS Byrd (first of her class), on the return leg of her 25-year voyage, re-enters communications range.[4]
- USS Republic (NCC-1371, Constitution heavy cruiser) is deactivated (mothballed).[6]
- She will be re-activated for training purposes in the late 2280s.
- The first Unity command cruiser enters service with Star Fleet.[8]
- Ambassador Sarek is credited with achieving the "Treaty of Alpha Cygnus IX".[9]
- The Federation makes its first official contact with the Zaranites, who petition for (and receive) Protectorate status.[10]
- The last of the Class B4 inspection pods is removed from service with Star Fleet.[11]
- The Class G4 heavy shuttle enters service with Star Fleet.[12]
- The troop transport version of the Benares hopper enters service with the Coronado through-deck cruisers.[13]
- September: Through-deck cruiser USS Coronado (NCC-1975) is completed, ushering in the subclass' service to Star Fleet.[14]
- Early November: The Remora class escort enters service with Star Fleet.[15]
- Late: The Coventry class strike frigates and the Benning subclass heavy frigates begin a weapons upgrade period.[16]
New Technology
References
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