How to Get the Star Eagle Ship

In Starfield, the Star Eagle ship is one of the best early-game vessels you can acquire without having to spend any Credits or go through the hassle of building a ship from scratch.

You’ll want to know how to get the Star Eagle ship as soon as possible to make your playthrough significantly better than if you didn’t have it.

Unlike other ships, which might need you invest a ton of resources you don’t have, you can obtain the Star Eagle for free by completing a series of quests. The catch is that you’ll need to put in some work by joining the Freestar Rangers.

This guide will give you all the Starfield help you need to secure this powerful ship as you explore the Settled Systems.

How to Get the Star Eagle Ship in Starfield

To get the Star Eagle ship in Starfield, your first task is to join the Freestar Rangers, an elite group of peacekeepers based in Akila City. After completing a series of quests, you should be given the Star Eagle ship for free.

While it might sound like a lot of work, you’ll also get a ton of other resources this way, so it’s worth doing it anyways.

The process begins with either talking to Sam Coe in the Lodge to start the “Empty Nest” mission or directly starting the “Job Gone Wrong” mission in Akila City, which will lead you to the Freestar Rangers.

Once you’ve completed the initiation missions and have become a Freestar Ranger Deputy, you’ll need to work your way through a series of quests to prove your worth. These quests must be completed to unlock the Star Eagle, a reward for your dedication and service to the Freestar Rangers.

Here’s a quick table of all the quests you’ll need to do to get the ship and the EXP and Credits you’ll get from each (not including spoilery quest-specific items).

Mission Name	Rewards
Job Gone Wrong	150 XP 3800 Credits
Deputized	250 XP 5000 Credits
Where Hope is Built	250 XP 5000 Credits
Shadows in Neon	250 XP 5000 Credits
Surgical Strike	350 XP 5000 Credits
On the Run	350 XP 5000 Credits
First to Fight, First to Die	250 XP 9000 Credits
The Hammer Falls	150 XP 12400 Credits

If you’re struggling with progressing through these missions, check out our guide on early-game skills that you can focus on to make your playthrough easier.

The Star Eagle’s Stats and Advantages

Once you’ve finished all the necessary missions, the Star Eagle will be yours, along with some additional rewards.

As far as early-game ships go, the Star Eagle is an incredible option, equipped with strong offensive and defensive capabilities. With a fuel capacity of 140, a hull strength of 948, and shields rated at 760, this ship is ready for combat.

It also has Grav Drive with a range of 16 light-years, allowing you to travel huge distances quickly. Its cargo capacity of 2,500 and crew capacity of 5 make it a much-needed upgrade from the starter ship, the Frontier.

Not only does the Star Eagle offer more space for cargo and crew members, but it also has a world-class weapons systems and shields. Since it’s a Class A ship, you don’t need to worry about upgrading your piloting skill either. You’ll be ready to fly it as soon as you get it.

With all of this in mind, it’s no wonder the Star Eagle ship is one of the most sought-after ones in the game. It’s completely free, minus the series of quests you need to do to get it, but these quests give you a lot of resources that you can invest into other things.

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