Shadow class

The Shadow Class fighter is based on the Excalibur-103, designed by Vanessa Ann Lucifel, and Ashley Morgan. Originally designed as a Reconnaissance craft. It's potential as a fighter were equated with it's speed, and maneuverability. In 2378 a push to build more of these craft was made by various squadron commanders. In 2382 they affectively replaced the Peregrine class as the premier fighter for Starfleet.

History
In her original configuration, the Shadow-class was a one seater. She was used to sneak pass Borg ships to plant mines to destroy a Borg transwarp hub. Equipped with a limited range Warp drive, she can sustain Warp 9.75 for 5 minutes before depleting her Deuterium. After her successful mission, she was converted to a 2 seater, and given additional space for Deterium, extending her range to 15 minutes. She was also given 2 specialized mission bays, to carry conventional bombs, missiles, and probes. By 2378 her appearances would increase, and she was the talk of all pilots. Her maneuverability made her a dream, as well as her stealthy low profile, and small signature left her undetectable. By 2381 the Shadow Class had replaced all Peregrine class fighters throughout the fleet.

Appearance

 * Star Trek Crusader: Of Friends, or Foes