The ship is also popular with independent explorers because of its low price as well as its spacious interior, which enables explorers to bring their families along on journeys that are not particularly dangerous. Although not configured for prolonged combat engagements, the ship is able to safely take Republic explorers and scientists into the uncharted regions and bring them back.
Used extensively by the Republic Astrogation Survey Team just prior to The Jedi Civil War, the Vaya-Class Scout Ship is an excellent exploratory vessel. Reference Book: Star Wars Saga Edition Unknown Regions
