Altair VI (FASA)
| Coordinates | 27.9, 59.8, 2.5[1] |
| Astrometrics | Quadrant II (UFP),[2] Altair VI[3] |
| Satellites | 2[2] |
| Gravity | 1.5g[2] |
| Diameter | 20,500km[2] |
| Equatorial Circumference | 24,000km[2] |
| Surface Area | 520 million km²[2] |
| Land Area | 312 million km²[2] |
| Hydrosphere | 40%[2] |
| Rotational Period | 22 hours[2] |
| Affiliation | Member, United Federation of Planets[2] |
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Altair VI was the sixth planet of eight in orbit of Altair, a white star, and one of two that were Class M. Altair VI was inhabited by a native humanoid population, which was rated H on the Richter Scale of Cultures, as they possessed advanced technology and spaceflight capability.[1]
Altair VI's colony world, Altair IV, declared itself independent in the early 23rd century,[2] sparking a brief but inconclusive interplanetary conflict[3] that was terminated by Federation peace-keeping forces. Following the war, the government on Altair VI continued to govern both worlds, while a Federation diplomatic team attempted to negotiate a resolution to the political crisis.[2] In 2209, the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 was scheduled to attend the inauguration of the president of Altair VI.[3]
A Federation embassy was established on the sixth planet. Altair VI had a population of 7 billion,[1] and by Reference Stardate 2/2306, it had become a full member of the Federation. Altair VI was also known for the medicinal properties of its mineral-rich waters. Millions of Federation citizens came to Altair each year to "take the waters," which created a lucrative tourist trade.[2]
Notes and References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Maynard, Jeff (Author). Star Trek Maps. Star Trek. Book. Bantam Books. August 1980.
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 Menke, Bernard Edward and Rick David Stuart (Authors). The Federation. Star Trek: The Role Playing Game. Book 2011. Cover art by David R. Deitrick. Illustrations by Todd F. Marsh, John C. Tylk, Bob Eggleton, Daniel E. Carroll, and Jay Harris. FASA Corporation. 1986.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Roddenberry, Gene (Executive Producer). "Amok Time." Star Trek, Season 2, Episode 5. Directed by Joseph Pevney. Written by Theodore Sturgeon. Desilu Productions, 15 September 1967.
