Can't make a space station, it's always considered a base

[silvermistshadow]

I've been trying to make a space station to satisfy some contracts I have. I've launched two using different methods to try to work this bug out. For some reason, despite the fact that bases are generally landed vehicles, these stations are considered bases. I did use hyperedit for the initial orbits, but the second station was supposed to eliminate that as a possible reason by having the station parts dock in orbit. It's still considered a base for some reason rather than a station. Both are in orbit around Kerbin at around 240km. I really don't need to do these contracts at all, but I do find it mildly annoying that it's giving the vessels different types from what they should have. I can get screenshots if needed.

Now then, I'm off to put a base on the Mun and see if it calls that a station for no good reason.

[Nakedchef]

Right click the command module (capsule, probe core....) then rename vessel. There should be the possiblility to change the type of the vessel.

Edited November 28, 2016 by Nakedchef

[Gianni1122]

Go to Tracking Station, select the vessel and in the bottom right somewhere click on info (I think?) then click the top of the box that pops up. This will bring up a window where you can edit the name and icon of your ship

[ExplorerKlatt]

What parts are you using? Can you post a pic of the station?

[Capt. Hunt]

the ship type of a vessel is determined by what parts are being used.  not by where it is.  Can you post a picture?  Chances are there is some piece that KSP considers a "base" part.