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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 impulse engine placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. The craft sports two [[heavy plasma cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison | 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 impulse engine placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. The craft sports two [[heavy plasma cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison with those of the Type-26's [[Class-2 Energy Gun|standard model]], providing greatly increased range and firepower. A [[Class-2 Projectile cannon|fuel rod cannon]] is mounted at the front of the fuselage.<ref name="manual"/> 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.<ref name="Waypoint"/> These craft can be mounted on the [[hangar bay]] walls of Covenant warships<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', [[Firefight]] map ''[[Corvette (level)|Corvette]]''</ref> and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.<ref name="solace"/> | ||
The Type-27 XMF is effective against stationary weapon emplacement and [[Extra-vehicular activity|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|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort ships, such as [[cruiser]]s and [[UNSC frigate|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.<ref name="Waypoint"/> | The Type-27 XMF is effective against stationary weapon emplacement and [[Extra-vehicular activity|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|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort ships, such as [[cruiser]]s and [[UNSC frigate|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.<ref name="Waypoint"/> | ||
Revision as of 20:29, October 5, 2013
Template:Ship Class Infobox The Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter,[1] informally known as the Space Banshee,[2] the Banshee Fighter,[3] and the Banshee Interceptor,[2] is the Covenant Navy's standard space interceptor support craft.[2] It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the Type-26 Banshee ground support aircraft that is designed exclusively for exoatmospheric operations.[4][3]
Specifications
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 impulse engine placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. The craft sports two heavy plasma cannons, which are elongated in comparison with 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.[5] 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.[3] These craft can be mounted on the hangar bay walls of Covenant warships[6] and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.[4]
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.[3]
Operational history
The Type-27 XMF was first observed by United Nations Space Command personnel in 2527.[3] 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.[4]
List of appearances
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
- Halo: Fall of Reach
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.
