Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter
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10.9 metres (36 ft)[1] |
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8.6 metres (28 ft)[1] |
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Pilot (1)[1] |
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The Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter,[3] informally known as the Space Banshee,[4] the Banshee Fighter,[5] and the Banshee Interceptor,[4] is the Covenant Navy's standard space interceptor support craft.[4] It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the Type-26 Banshee ground support aircraft that is designed exclusively for exoatmospheric operations.[6][5]
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[edit] Specifications
[edit] Design details
The Type-27 XMF is similar in appearance and design to the Type-26 Banshee ground support aircraft, although it boasts several unique features. The Type-27 XMF's canards are swept forward, with the repulser engine placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. The craft sports two heavy plasma cannons, which are elongated in comparison to those of the Type-26's standard model, providing greatly increased range and firepower. A fuel rod cannon is mounted at the front of the fuselage.[2] The craft features an extended tail stabilizer, which helps dampen turbulence during transitions in and out of atmosphere while docking. Unlike the standard Banshee model, the Type-27 XMF sports an enclosed vacuum-sealed cockpit.[5] These craft can be mounted on the hangar bay walls of Covenant warships[7] and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.[6]
The Type-27 XMF is effective against stationary weapon emplacement and EVA-equipped infantry, as well as in reconnaissance pickets. However, the craft is most effective when used in high-volume deployments. Deployment in great numbers can allow the Type-27 XMF to overwhelm heavier fighters such as the GA-TL1 Longsword interceptor, as well as escort ships, such as cruisers and frigates. Though the Seraph is used as the Covenant's primary fighter in single ship combat, the Type-27 Banshee provides invaluable screens and support, tipping many battles in the Covenant's favor.[5]
[edit] Operational history
The Type-27 XMF was first observed by United Nations Space Command personnel in 2527.[5] Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the UNSC Epsilon Eridani Fleet and orbital stations over Reach during the invasion, particularly during Operation: UPPER CUT. During this engagement, numerous squadrons of Type-27 XMFs were used in conjunction with many of the Covenant's more powerful Type-31 Seraph to attack the UNSC refit station Anchor 9 and later to defend the corvette Ardent Prayer from UNSC boarders.[6]
[edit] List of appearances
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
[edit] Gallery
A turnaround reference of the Space Banshee.
An in-game profile view of the Space Banshee Fighter.
A Space Banshee above Reach.
A view of a Space Banshee from the front.
[edit] Sources
- ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 19
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach manual
- ^ Halo Waypoint: The Universe - Tech
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, game stats
- ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint: Banshee Fighter
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, campaign level Long Night of Solace
- ^ Halo: Reach, Firefight map Corvette
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