USS Hayward (NCC-1784)

USS Hayward was a 23rd century Federation Armstrong-type starship operated by Starfleet. The Hayward was destroyed in 2264 when it was attacked by the Cavala.

History
The Hayward was patrolling in deep space when it came under attack by the Cavala, an alien ship commanded by Captain Saw. Proving no match for the alien vessel, Hayward sent out an distress signal to Earth which sent the USS Voyager to respond. But by the time Voyager arrived, Hayward had been destroyed with no survivors.