USS Ticonderoga

The USS Ticonderoga (NCC-87270) was a 24th century Federation starship operated by Starfleet.

In 2364, the ship's commander was Captain Itzak Arrat, when it received an order from Commodore Toki of Starfleet Advanced Technologies Division to await instructions on the proper means of transmitting information on the testing of the Mark 25 warp sensor to this division. The starship was instructed to take all steps necessary to prevent the Ferengi agents, who were operating in the same sector, from learning about the Mark 25 Warp Sensor and its capabilities. This sensor had strategic value, and the mission the Ticonderoga was assigned was classified as most secret.

After completing his cadet cruise in 2368, TharinAlk th'Thane of Andoria was assigned to the Ticonderoga as a junior tactical officer patrolling the area near Tholian space. TharinAlk th'Thane spent two tours on the Ticonderoga before being transferred to Starfleet Headquarters on Earth in 2373. While serving aboard the Ticonderoga, th’Thane was promoted from ensign to lieutenant (junior grade) in 2370.

(So far the class of the Ticonderoga hasn't been revealed, but it would have to be a mid 24^th century starship such as a Nebula, Olympic, or Renaissance class. The unusually high registration number could mean that it was a prototype scheduled to be built much later.)