U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 (2265)
The U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 was a Constitution-class vessel launched in 2245 that was commanded by Captain James T. Kirk beginning in 2265 after previous commander Christopher Pike’s promotion to fleet captain. It was the first Federation starship to bear the name Enterprise and one of the most storied starships in Federation history. In 2265, the ship attempted to cross the Galactic Barrier, having the phenomenal effect of causing two members of its crew to develop threatening extra-sensory powers.
U.S.S. Enterprise Bridge | Deck 1 (2265)
Located on the first deck of the primary hull, the main bridge of the U.S.S. Enterprise functioned as the ship’s command center. A swiveling command chair was located in a recessed area in the center of the room, giving the captain an uninterrupted eyeline of all control consoles that operated specific areas of the ship. Mounted to the room’s forward bulkhead was a large viewscreen which could show information from the ship’s sensors, including tactical readouts and several viewing angles from the ship’s exterior. Piloting and navigation were carried out at the helm console, directly in front of the captain. Along the perimeter of the bridge were consoles for communications, sciences, engineering, defense, and environmental control. Access to a turbolift was located behind and to port of the captain.
PRODUCTION INFO
Ship Model (Physical)
As portrayed in Star Trek: The Original Series - “Where No Man Has Gone Before” (TV, 1966)
The 11’ shooting miniature for the U.S.S. Enterprise built for “The Cage” was given a facelift for the second pilot episode, including lit windows and additional decals on the top surface of the primary hull. The miniature’s scale was also altered from one that held just over 100 crew to that of a ship that held over 400. This version of the filming model appeared in the opening credits for the entire first season.
Bridge Set (Physical)
As portrayed in Star Trek: The Original Series - “Where No Man Has Gone Before” (TV, 1966)
More color was added to the U.S.S. Enterprise bridge for the second pilot, as well as placing the captain’s chair on a raised platform to give it a more commanding presence.