Constellation Aquila

The RSI Constellation Aquila is the exploration variant of the Constellation. It features a redesigned cockpit for maximum visibility and also trades its upper turret for an advanced sensor suite. Its vehicle complement typically consists of a P-52 Merlin snubfighter for point defense (not currently launchable), and an onboard Ursa rover for planetary exploration. Please note that when accommodating an Ursa the Aquila forgoes the use of its cargo bay.

Like its sister Constellation variants the Aquila is not particularly agile but it features good forward-facing firepower and a large stock of missiles. It also has respectable quantum speed and operational range due to its Medium-class components. Internally the ship also features four bunks, a head, storage lockers, and a small dining area. Overall the Aquila offers a solid and flexible mid-sized alternative for explorer captains. Let's see what's out there!

Brochure Description
"Aquila, the Eagle, flies as swift as the stellar wind, always in search of new experiences. Striking with terrible lightning, Aquila once served Zeus. Now, as one of the premier Constellations in the galaxy, Aquila will bear you triumphantly to exploits previously unimagined."

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Features

 * Dedicated Science Station: Located in the top turret, it has an complement of advanced scanning and comm technologies including a long-range scanner.
 * Redesigned Bridge: The bridge window has been redesigned to allow for maximum panoramic visibility.
 * Jump point navigation sensors: Features cutting edge detection algorithms to assist in locating jump points.
 * Kruger P-72 Merlin: Comes with the close-ranged fighter which has docking capability with the Aquila.
 * RSI Ursa Rover: Comes with the rover which can be carried inside the cargo hold.

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Renting
''Prices given are per-day. Prices for all rental periods can be found at Ship renting.''

Development
The original four variants for the Constellation were designed by David Hobbins and Gurmukh Bhasin. Once their work was complete, CGBot converted all four ships into CryEngine, with contributions by Dennia Aguilar (3D Artist), Chuy Alanis (Lead Artist), amongst others. In February 2016 the Constellation got an additional revamp by Chris Smith (Lead Vehicle/Weapon Artist) and Josh Coons (3D Modeler).

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