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Revision as of 18:39, March 28, 2019
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 standard space interceptor support craft of the defunct Covenant fleet.[2] It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the Type-26 Banshee ground support aircraft that is designed exclusively for exoatmospheric operations,[4][3] though it is capable of operating in-atmosphere.[5]
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.[6] 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[7] 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]
By 2558 numerous Type-27 Banshees were fielded by Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group during the Battle of Ealen IV.[5]
Gallery
A turnaround reference of the Space Banshee.
Type-27 Banshee patterns in Halo Reach.
An in-game profile view of the Space Banshee Fighter.
A Space Banshee above Reach.
A view of a Space Banshee from the front.
A Type-26C Banshee and Type-27 Banshee Fighter piloted by Captain Thomas Lasky and Spartan Naiya Ray during the Battle of Ealen IV.
T-27 Banshees in Halo 2: Anniversary concept art.
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List of appearances
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
- Halo: Fall of Reach
- Halo: Escalation
- Halo: Fireteam Raven
- Halo: Silent Storm
Sources
- ^ Halo Waypoint: The Universe - Tech
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, game stats
- ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint: Banshee Fighter (defunct, backup on Archive.org)
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, campaign level, Long Night of Solace
- ^ a b Halo: Escalation #2
- ^ Cite error: Invalid
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