In addition to shearing in half on impact,
several panels on the starboard
side of the ship have blown out during reentry, exposing the
forward holds
and evacuating whatever cargo was held there.
An enginseer determines the extent of the
damage, and possible salvaging
methods.
The reinforced bow was designed to survive
ramming enemy ships.
The force of impact would have been much worse if
not for its
sturdy construction.
The bridge is surveyed by recovery team
members. In the event
of enemy attack during salvage, the reinforced deck will make
an excellent
bastion to fight from- particularly if the turrets are
reactivated...
The rear cargo hold reveals few clues as
to the cause of the crash,
but the assessors and servitors leave no bolt unturned.
Two of the three primary plasma engines remain. The
third may
have ripped loose during reentry, leaving the exposed couplers
behind.