FTL capable

FTL capable

FTL is the common abreviation for "Faster than light ". Any tech such as weapons, ships and communications able to function faster than light areFTL capable.

Under Union Law any space vehicle (regardless of size or range that is capable of FTL travel requires to be piloted by an individual that is licenced to do so.

The license is obtainable at any Union Library or via GalNet after completing an FTL piloting licence or for bigger vessels, a Shipmaster Patent.

Automated or robotic vessels (of Union registry operating within Union space) must obtain an "Automated space vehicle permit".

Vessels and vehicles of non Union origin operating within designated Union space must obtain a temporary operating licence at a Union Border post,