The Alcatraz is an Aerowing Atmospheric Craft stationed on the USS Golden Gate, commanded by the OIC of the 49th Medical SAR, subject to the discretion of the CO of the USS Golden Gate. Capable of both atmospheric and interstellar travel at speeds of up to warp 3, it is an upgraded version of the Starfleet runabout platform, offering a 450% increase in atmospheric flight and hover endurance compared to standard shuttlecraft. Its cockpit is designed to accommodate a crew of four, and it is recognized as the precursor to the Delta Flyer. The Alcatraz is tasked with independent warp flight operations, defending the mother ship, conducting extended planetary landing, and reconnaissance tasks, as well as crew evacuation.