ALTAIR
System Data
| System Name: | Alpha Aquilae |
| Number of Class M: | 3 |
| Planetary Data | |
| Position in system: | 6 |
| Number of satellites: | 2 |
| Planetary gravity: | 1.5g |
| Planetary size | |
| Diameter: | 20,500 km |
| Equatorial circumference: | 24,000 km |
| Total surface area: | 520,000,000 sq km |
| Percent land mass: | 60% |
| Total land area: | 312,000,000 sq km |
| Planetary conditions | |
| Length of day: | 22 hrs |
| Atmospheric density: | Terrestrial |
| General climate: | Terrestrial |
| Mineral Content | |
| Normal metals: | 60% |
| Radioactives: | 15% |
| Gemstones: | 0.5% |
| Industrial crystals: | Trace |
| Special minerals: | Trace |
| Cultural Data | |
| Dominant life form: | Human |
| Technological/ sociopolitical index: |
677857-77 |
| Planetary trade profile: | BCCBDBC/B (C) |
| Humans
currently inhabit two Class M planets in the Alpha Aquilae system. Relics
on Altair show the existance of an ancient civilization that pre-dates Human
occupation of the planet. Some believe these ruins may belong to the Founders
culture, while others suggest a connection to the Vegan Tyranny. Current
archeological evidence is inconclusive. Altair is also known for the medicinal
properties of its mineral rich waters. Millions of Confederation citizens
come to Altair each year to 'take the waters', which has created a lucrative
tourist trade. Altair's colony world, Alpha Aquilae IV, recently declared
itself independent, sparking a brief but inconclusive interplanetary conflict
that was terminated by Confederation peace-keeping forces. The government
on Altair currently governs both worlds while a Confederation diplomatic
team attempts to negotiate a resolution to the political crisis. See also Altair III, Altair IV and Altair VI. |
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