USS Paragon (NCC-75304)

The USS Paragon (registry number NCC-75304) was a Nebula-class Federation starship in the 24th century, originally commissioned on stardate 48946.5 in late 2371.

History
The USS Paragon was originally commissioned on 20 December 2371 (stardate 48946.5) Due to several design flaws, it was forced to remain at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards, Mars, for an additional two months. During this two-month period, it was decided that the Paragon should be equipped with an upper weapons array instead of a sensor pod. This weapons array was scheduled to remain attached to the ship for at least a year.

The Paragon was one of the first Nebula-class ships that was equipped with landing capabilities. The landing struts were tested extensively on several planetary surfaces. The Paragon was also the first Nebula-class ship to use the new landing struts for mission-related functions.

The first commanding officer of the Paragon was Captain Kyle Owens, but he resigned his commission within months of the ship's launch, upon learning his father had died. The Paragon's executive officer, Tricia Robinson was promoted to Captain and assumed command. (PGN: "Command Decision")