Spacecraft adds a single Explorer vehicle designed for space. It is quite speedy and fires missiles (From the Vehicles mod). Theoretically you COULD use them for mining.
Please note that this mod is in the Alpha stage (But performs well!).
License for code: LPGL V2.1
License for Media: CC BY-SA 3.0 Unported
Dependencies (Red are in the default minetest_game): Default (Everything). Vehicles (Functionality). Vessels (Ion Engines). Spoiler
The above items in the hotbar from left to right: Hull Section (Basic component). Gyroscope (Steering). Explorer (The vehicle itself). Ion Thruster (For moving and braking).
If you dislike the Vehicle's skin, a template is provided.
It can do both if done properly. It is designed for flying however beyond the atmosphere of Minetest_Game. Originally inspired by Paramat's Asteroid mod in the fact that I wanted to try and create a very fast method of getting to them.
Constructing mechs and wingless aircraft since 2016.