Generic term for small Federation starships used for reletively short-range interstellar travel. Resembling an enlarged shuttlecraft, runabouts have a relatively limited flight range. The runabout cockpit incorporates a short-range two person transporter, as well as seating for four people, including a two person flight crew. The runabout's aft section contains living accommodations, and the midsection is a detachable module that can be replaced for different mission profiles.
