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The '''Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter''',<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/ '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Universe - Tech'']</ref> informally known as the '''Space Banshee''', '''Banshee Interceptor''', and '''Banshee Fighter''', is the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]]'s standard space interceptor support craft.<ref name="Stats">'''Halo: Reach''', ''game stats''</ref> It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the [[Type-26 Ground Support Aircraft]] that is designed for exoatmospheric combat.<ref name="solace">'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Long Night of Solace]]''</ref> | The '''Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter''',<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/ '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Universe - Tech'']</ref> informally known as the '''Space Banshee''', '''Banshee Interceptor''', and '''Banshee Fighter''', is the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]]'s standard space interceptor support craft.<ref name="Stats">'''Halo: Reach''', ''game stats''</ref> It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the [[Type-26 Ground Support Aircraft]] that is designed for exoatmospheric combat.<ref name="solace">'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Long Night of Solace]]''</ref><ref name="Waypoint">[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/banshee-fighter/82613d70-17cc-4652-8ab1-a1f16e29c516 '''Halo Waypoint:''' ''Banshee Fighter'']</ref> | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
The Type-27 XMF is similar in appearance and design to the Type-26 "Banshee" GSA. It is equipped with two forward-swept | The Type-27 XMF is similar in appearance and design to the Type-26 "Banshee" GSA, though most of its components are wholly unique. It is equipped with two forward-swept canards which are designed to make the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. Each canard sports two [[heavy plasma cannon]]s; these cannons are elongated in comparison to those of the [[Class-2 Energy Gun|normal 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 tubulence 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 ships, as well 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]], as well as capital 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"/> | |||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
The Type-27 XMF was first observed by [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] personnel in [[2527]].<ref name="Waypoint"/> Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the UNSC [[Epsilon Eridani Fleet|defense fleet]] and orbital stations over [[Reach]] during the [[Fall of Reach]], particularly during [[Operation: UPPER CUT]]. During this operation, several Type-27 XMFs were used in conjunction with many of the Covenant's more powerful [[Type-31 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter|Type-31 Seraph XMFs]] to attack the UNSC [[refit station]] ''[[Anchor 9]]'' and later to defend the [[Covenant corvette|corvette]] ''[[Ardent Prayer]]'' from UNSC boarders.<ref name="solace"/> | |||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
Revision as of 10:25, April 17, 2011
Template:Ship Class Infobox The Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multi-role Fighter,[1] informally known as the Space Banshee, Banshee Interceptor, and Banshee Fighter, is the Covenant's standard space interceptor support craft.[2] It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the Type-26 Ground Support Aircraft that is designed for exoatmospheric combat.[3][4]
Specifications
Design details
The Type-27 XMF is similar in appearance and design to the Type-26 "Banshee" GSA, though most of its components are wholly unique. It is equipped with two forward-swept canards which are designed to make the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. Each canard sports two heavy plasma cannons; these cannons are elongated in comparison to those of the normal 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 tubulence during transitions in and out of atmosphere while docking. Unlike the standard Banshee model, the Type-27 XMF sports an enclosed vacuum-sealed cockpit.[4] These craft can be mounted on the hangar bay walls of Covenant ships, as well and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.[3]
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, as well as capital 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.[4]
Operational history
The Type-27 XMF was first observed by UNSC personnel in 2527.[4] Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the UNSC defense fleet and orbital stations over Reach during the Fall of Reach, particularly during Operation: UPPER CUT. During this operation, several Type-27 XMFs were used in conjunction with many of the Covenant's more powerful Type-31 Seraph XMFs to attack the UNSC refit station Anchor 9 and later to defend the corvette Ardent Prayer from UNSC boarders.[3]
List of appearances
Halo: Reach (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ Halo Waypoint: The Universe - Tech
- ^ Halo: Reach, game stats
- ^ a b c Halo: Reach, campaign level Long Night of Solace
- ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint: Banshee Fighter
- ^ Cite error: Invalid
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