T-1L Lunar Dropship

The T-1L Lunar Dropship is the next model in the T Series transport craft. A variant of the T-1, the T-1L is designed for operations on the lunar surface and as a shuttle between crafts in low lunar orbit. Unlike it’s T Series predecessor, the T-1L is incapable of atmospheric flight, yet also unlike it’s T Series predecessor, it is far more stable in orbital flight. It has four VTOL engines located on its undercarriage and a primary engine located in the aft for orbital propulsion. The T-1L likewise has external landing gear that assist with descent over any lunar environment.

Two beacons located on it’s forward section provide headlight for night time flight. There are shock resistant landing struts complimented by four landing struts for rough landings. The VTOL engines are contained in bays around the edge, the bays do not close, they act as semi-covers for the engine cones. There is also a cargo bay which opens underhand. The craft has a full cockpit instrument layout to assist the pilot in take off, orbit, docking and landing. It is best to keep the craft in a low orbital profile for surface to surface flight plans. It is also best to set the throttle to no more than 10% for VTOL take off.