AVIATOR-class Mjolnir
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“ | Recommended armor systems for Broadsword A/X engagement pilots.[3] | ” |
AVIATOR-class Mjolnir is a variant of the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor manufactured by Hannibal Weapon Systems.[3]
GEN2 overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
The Aviator helmet has a pilot-centric HUD integration.[1] This ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft.[4][5] The helmet also has a pressure-stabilized rebreather feed.[1]
The Aviator chest has a rigid collar to mitigate flight duress.[1] The Aviator suite also includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks.[1]
Development history[edit]
For decades the notion of specialized pilot armor for Spartans was thought redundant given MJOLNIR variants were already suited for the rigors. With the segregation of the Spartan-IVs into their own autonomous branch, the need for multiple intra-organizational disciplines materialized. This led to the Aviator variant's creation.[1]
Aviator was manufactured by Hannibal Weapon Systems and tested at WG/Facility 93-00/Kotka. It was built from the ground up and was designed for the operation of GA-TL1 Longswords, FSS-1000 Sabres, F-41 Broadswords, and B-65 Shortsword bombers.[1]
Usage[edit]
Spartan pilots meeting D3-17 regulations and higher are required to use this armor in Broadsword A/X attack fighter engagements operations to comply with standard asset security protocols and the Budgetary Retention Hearings of 2554.[6]
Because of the increased production of the vehicles the Aviator armor was made for, this variant has become popular among Spartans.[1] It is employed by the Spartan interceptor pilots attached to the security of ANVIL Station.[7]
GEN3 overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
The GEN3 Aviator helmet is tailored for use by cybernetically augmented aerospace pilots. Among its many special features is a high-bandwidth machine interlink configured to operate seamlessly with next-gen neural interlaces.
In-game information[edit]
Halo 3 MCC - Prototype[edit]
In the Halo: The Master Chief Collection version of Halo 3, the Aviator variant was added as part of Series 5: Anvil content. With the updated Halo 3 armor customization options, the players can now fit their Spartan with Aviator helmet, chest, shoulders and legs; the set is one of six to not recieve any associated forearm options. The description of the armor pieces are the same for every set.
Piece | Description | Unlock requirements (Halo 3) |
Unlock requirements (Halo: MCC) |
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Helmet |
Employed by interceptor squadrons assigned to ANVIL Station. | N/A (MCC-exclusive) | Series 5 Tier 9, 1 |
Chest |
Series 5 Tier 11, 1 | ||
Shoulders |
Series 5 Tier 17, 1 | ||
Legs |
Series 5 Tier 94, 1 |
Halo 4 - GEN2[edit]
Aviator was first introduced into the Halo games as an armor set in Halo 4. The armor has one available skin; Bond (BOND).
Armor | Description | Unlock requirements (Halo 4) |
Unlock requirements (Halo: MCC) |
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Aviator |
Description (H4): Recommended armor systems for Broadsword A/X engagement pilots. | Reach | Unlocked by default. |
Helmet description (MCC): Recommended for Broadsword pilots. | |||
Shoulders description (MCC): Modular left/right spaulder from Aviator-class armor. | |||
Chest description (MCC): An interface module allows for hardware-accelerated flight controls. | |||
Aviator Bond (BOND) skin |
Description (H4): Customized with BOND armor skin. | Complete the Wheelman commendation. | Unlocked by default. |
Helmet description (MCC) Aviator helmet customized with BOND coating. | |||
Shoulder description (MCC) Aviator left/ right spaulder customized with BOND coating. | |||
Chest description (MCC) Aviator chassis customized with BOND coating. |
Halo 5: Guardians - GEN2[edit]
The Aviator returns in Halo 5: Guardians. The helmet and body armor are unlockable as armor permutations through the Requisition system. The body armor includes the Aviator chest and shoulders, GV-09 Locking forearms, and Contoured legs. The Aviator set has three alternate skins: Ace, Delta, and Csar.
Helmet | Description | Unlock requirements |
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Aviator (helmet) |
Usable only by augmented personnel, the AVIATOR helmet's ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Ace (helmet skin) |
Usable only by augmented personnel, the AVIATOR helmet's ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Delta (helmet skin) |
Usable only by augmented personnel, the AVIATOR helmet's ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Csar (helmet skin) |
Usable only by augmented personnel, the AVIATOR helmet's ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft. | Uncommon REQ card |
Aviator (body) |
The AVIATOR suite includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Ace (body skin) |
The AVIATOR suite includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Delta (body skin) |
The AVIATOR suite includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks. | Common REQ card |
Aviator Csar (body skin) |
The AVIATOR suite includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks. | Uncommon REQ card |
Halo Infinite - GEN3[edit]
The Aviator helmet and its attachments are available for multiplayer Spartan armor customization on the Mark VII armor core in Halo Infinite.
Helmet | Manufacturer | Lore | Rarity | Unlock Requirements |
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AVIATOR |
Hannibal Weapon Systems | The AVIATOR helmet is tailored for use by cybernetically augmented aerospace pilots. Among its many special features is a high-bandwidth machine interlink configured to operate seamlessly with next-gen neural interlaces. | Rare | Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 30 (Premium) |
MK59E CBRN/GLANCE |
Imbrium Machine Complex | Carefully tailored for hazardous operations in the tainted atmosphere of damaged space station and warships. | Epic | Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 47 (Premium) |
Attachments[edit]
The following attachments are not exclusive to Aviator, and are compatible with other helmets on the Mark VII core.
- Calling Card
- CNM(5)/BNR/FASCINATOR
- Flower Power
- HUL-I/RS/FACELIFT
- Purrfect Audio
Production notes[edit]
- The dubbing of "Csar" refers to Combat search and rescue, which are missions that typically involve aircraft.
- The dubbing of "Ace" refers to military terminology for a pilot who has scored at least five air-to-air kills.
- The dubbing of "Delta" refers to the NATO phonetic alphabet, where D is "Delta".
- In Halo 5: Guardians, the Aviator body is also used for the Locus body armor.
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Developmental images[edit]
A render of the GEN2 Aviator armor from Halo 5: Guardians.
The Aviator armor in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
Screenshots[edit]
GEN2 Aviator armor in the Halo 4 Interactive Guide.
A GEN3 Aviator-clad Spartan in a Capture the Flag match in the A New Generation trailer for Halo Infinite.
Halo 5: Guardians skins[edit]
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo 3 (Halo: The Master Chief Collection-only)
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
- Halo: Initiation
- Halo 5: Guardians
- Halo Infinite
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 147
- ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: Aviator - Helmet Description "The AVIATOR helmet is tailored for use by cybernetically augmented aerospace pilots. Among its many special features is a high-bandwidth machine interlink configured to operate seamlessly with next-gen neural interlaces."
- ^ a b Halo 4, Spartan Armor Customization: Aviator Description "Recommended armor systems for Broadsword A/X engagement pilots."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Spartan Appearance Customization: Aviator - Helmet Description "Usable only by augmented personnel, the AVIATOR helmet's ultrawideband machine interlink gives Spartan-IV pilots unparalleled control over their aircraft."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Spartan Appearance Customization: Aviator - Body Description "The AVIATOR suite includes integral gravity compensators and hardware-accelerated flight combat interlinks."
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Halo 4 Interactive Guide - Armor Types: Aviator (Retrieved on Apr 23, 2013) [local archive] [external archive]
- ^ Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Halo 3 Spartan Armor Customization: Aviator - Description "Employed by interceptor squadrons assigned to ANVIL Station."
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