Commander-in-Chief of the Federation Starfleet

The Commander-in-Chief of the Federation Starfleet, also known as the Commander, Starfleet or the C-in-C Starfleet, was the seniormost officer in the Federation Starfleet.

The C-in-C Starfleet was appointed by the President of the United Federation of Planets from the admiralty and confirmed by the Federation Council. They served as a senior military advisor to the Federation government and had operational authority over the entire Starfleet. They were also responsible for selecting and appointing the Master Chief Petty Officer of Starfleet.

Commanders-in-Chief of the Federation Starfleet

 * Fleet Admiral Sitak (2396-2404)
 * Fleet Admiral William T. Riker (2404-present)