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== UNSC overview ==
== UNSC overview ==
[[File:Pilot_With_Hornet.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A UNSC Pilot next to a [[Hornet]].]]
[[File:Pilot_With_Hornet.jpg|thumb|right|250px|A UNSC pilot next to a [[Hornet]].]]
There are pilots in all main branches of the UNSC Defense Force: the [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]], [[UNSC Navy|Navy]], and the Marine aviators of the [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine Corps]]. Large crews of Navy crewmen operate and maintain UNSC starships such as {{Class|Marathon|cruiser}}s. [[GA-TL1 Longsword]]s, [[Sparrowhawks]], [[Hornets]] and [[D77-TC Pelican|Pelican dropships]] can all be operated by just one Navy pilot, as can [[Bumblebee]] lifepods.
There are pilots in all main branches of the UNSC Defense Force: the [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]], [[UNSC Navy|Navy]], and the Marine aviators of the [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine Corps]]. Large crews of Navy crewmen operate and maintain UNSC starships; the command and control of the vessel is carried out from the [[bridge]]. [[GA-TL1 Longsword]]s, [[AV-22 Sparrowhawk]]s, [[AV-14 Hornet]]s and [[D77-TC Pelican|Pelican dropships]] can all be operated by just one pilot, as can [[Bumblebee]] lifepods.


It is seen that the Pelicans of the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} are exclusively operated by two pilots from [[23rd Naval Air Squadron|23<sup>rd</sup> Naval Air Squadron]], while the Pelicans of the {{UNSCShip|In Amber Clad}} are operated by Marine pilots.
It is seen that the Pelicans of the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} are exclusively operated by two pilots from [[23rd Naval Air Squadron|23<sup>rd</sup> Naval Air Squadron]], while the Pelicans of the {{UNSCShip|In Amber Clad}} are operated by Marine pilots.
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While only select UNSCDF personnel operate space-borne and airborne craft, all marines of the UNSC Marine Corps are seen to demonstrate prowess in operating all UNSC ground vehicles - [[Scorpions]], [[Warthogs]], and [[M274 Ultra-Light All-Terrain Vehicle|Mongooses]], and even the Covenant [[Ghost]] as well. ODSTs also operate their own [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle]]s.
While only select UNSCDF personnel operate space-borne and airborne craft, all marines of the UNSC Marine Corps are seen to demonstrate prowess in operating all UNSC ground vehicles - [[Scorpions]], [[Warthogs]], and [[M274 Ultra-Light All-Terrain Vehicle|Mongooses]], and even the Covenant [[Ghost]] as well. ODSTs also operate their own [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle]]s.


During [[2552#October|October 2552]], Marine Dropship pilots wore ballistic helmets with a golden visor and an integrated communications system. The rest of the outfit is the [[UNSC Marine Corps Battle Dress Uniform|same]] as that of the Marine infantrymen. In [[2552#November|November 2552]], Marine pilots were seen wearing the same body armor as that of a Marine but with a sealed helmet with a blue visor reminiscent of a modern fighter pilot's helmet. The chest armor is also equipped with an additional control panel.
During [[2552#October|October 2552]], Marine dropship pilots wore ballistic helmets with a golden visor and an integrated communications system. The rest of the outfit is the [[UNSC Marine Corps Battle Dress Uniform|same]] as that of the Marine infantrymen. In [[2552#November|November 2552]], Marine pilots were seen wearing the same body armor as that of a Marine but with a sealed helmet with a blue visor reminiscent of a modern fighter pilot's helmet. The chest armor is also equipped with an additional control panel.


== Named dropships/fighters with mentioned pilots ==
=== Named UNSC dropships/fighters with mentioned pilots ===
*[[Bravo 001]] -[[Flight Officer Mitchell]] - [[KIA]]
*[[Bravo 001]] -[[Flight Officer Mitchell]] - [[KIA]]
*[[Bravo 022]]- KIA
*[[Bravo 022]]- KIA
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*[[Echo 419]] -[[Foehammer|Captain Carol "Foehammer" Rawley]] - KIA + [[Lieutenant Frye]] - KIA + [[Crew Chief Cullen]] - KIA
*[[Echo 419]] -[[Foehammer|Captain Carol "Foehammer" Rawley]] - KIA + [[Lieutenant Frye]] - KIA + [[Crew Chief Cullen]] - KIA
*[[Kilo 023]] -[[Hocus]] - active service
*[[Kilo 023]] -[[Hocus]] - active service
*[[Victor 933]] - Active service although pelican was destroyed  
*[[Victor 933]] - Active service although Pelican was destroyed  
*[[Knife 26]] - (Not Mentioned), most likely KIA
*[[Knife 26]] - most likely KIA


== Covenant overview ==
== Covenant overview ==
[[File:Flight Elite.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Elites have their own flight armor in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]
[[File:Flight Elite.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Elites have their own flight armor in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]
As an expanding spacefaring empire, the Covenant hosts a large number of host species capable of piloting crafts. Groups of [[Jiralhanae]] or [[Sangheili]] can operate a space borne Covenant ship, such as the {{Class|CCS|battlecruiser}} or the {{Class|Reverence|cruiser}}, by operation of [[holography|holographic]] consoles at the control bridge of the warship. The [[Huragok]] assist in the technical maintenance of warship systems, although it is unknown if they can pilot and operate the actual warship itself.
As an enormous spacefaring empire, the [[Covenant]] hosts a large number of client species capable of piloting crafts. Groups of [[Jiralhanae]] or [[Sangheili]] can operate a spaceborne Covenant ship, such as the {{Class|CCS|battlecruiser}} or the {{Class|Reverence|cruiser}}, by operation of [[holography|holographic]] consoles at the control [[bridge]] of the warship. As with all Covenant technology, the [[Huragok]] assist in the technical maintenance of warship systems.


A single Jiralhanae or Sangheili can pilot a single person [[Banshee]] attack fighter as well as [[Phantom]] and [[Spirit]] dropships. Sangheili pilots have their own [[flight harness]] for operations in a variety of airborne vessels. It is unknown, but likely, that Brutes have an equivalent. In addition, [[Grunts]] are also known to be able to pilot Banshees, albeit clumsily.<ref name="gruntpilot">'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page ??''</ref>  
A single Jiralhanae or Sangheili can pilot a single person [[Banshee]] attack fighter as well as [[Phantom]] and [[Spirit]] dropships. Sangheili pilots have their own [[flight harness]] for operations in a variety of airborne vessels. Though uncommon, [[Unggoy]] are also known to be able to pilot Banshees, albeit clumsily.<ref name="gruntpilot">'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page ??''</ref>  


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In ''Halo 3'', the UNSC pilot helmet is not sealed properly, which can be seen when the player looks underneath their helmets.
*In ''Halo 3'', the UNSC pilot helmet is not sealed properly, which can be seen when the player looks underneath their helmets.
*Halo 2's pilots wear helmets strongly reminiscent of the Cyborg's helmet from Bungie's earlier ''[[Marathon]]'' series of first-person shooter games.
*Pilots in ''Halo 2'' wear helmets strongly reminiscent of the Cyborg's helmet from Bungie's earlier ''[[Marathon]]'' series of first-person shooter games.
*If a VTOL pilot is infected by the [[Flood]] in Halo 3, they will take on the appearance of a standard Marine, not a pilot variation.
*If a VTOL pilot is infected by the [[Flood]] in Halo 3, they will take on the appearance of a standard Marine, not a pilot variation.
*In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', the armor permutations include the [[UNSC Air Force Pilot helmet]].
*In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', the armor permutations include the [[UNSC Air Force Pilot helmet]].
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File:1203637899 18824417-Medium.jpg|A close up of a UNSC VTOL pilot's helmet.
File:1203637899 18824417-Medium.jpg|A close up of a UNSC VTOL pilot's helmet.
File:Boarder.png|An UNSC Air Force pilot boarder in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Boarder.png|An UNSC Air Force pilot boarder in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Pilot hul-3.jpg|The UNSC Air Force pilot helmet, compatible with the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]].
File:Pilot hul-3.jpg|The UNSC Air Force pilot helmet adapted to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]].
File:H4-SO-UNSCPilot.jpg|Render of a pilot for ''Halo 4''<nowiki />'s ''Spartan Ops''.
File:H4-SO-UNSCPilot.jpg|Render of a pilot for ''Halo 4''<nowiki />'s ''[[Spartan Ops|Halo: Infinity]]'' CGI series.
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Template:SeeWikipedia A pilot is a person, typically of a military service, that can operate and maneuver an airborne, or space-borne vehicle.

UNSC overview

A UNSC pilot next to a Hornet.

There are pilots in all main branches of the UNSC Defense Force: the Air Force, Navy, and the Marine aviators of the Marine Corps. Large crews of Navy crewmen operate and maintain UNSC starships; the command and control of the vessel is carried out from the bridge. GA-TL1 Longswords, AV-22 Sparrowhawks, AV-14 Hornets and Pelican dropships can all be operated by just one pilot, as can Bumblebee lifepods.

It is seen that the Pelicans of the UNSC Pillar of Autumn are exclusively operated by two pilots from 23rd Naval Air Squadron, while the Pelicans of the UNSC In Amber Clad are operated by Marine pilots.

Uniforms

UNSC Air Force pilots wear fatigues with teal-toned camouflage and white chest armor. The suit lacks the additional armor plating worn by most Army troopers or Marines on the knees and shoulders. On missions in a vacuum, the suit can be sealed off and an enclosed standard combat helmet is worn with it.[1][note 1] Additionally, a type of helmet has been specifically developed for UNSC Air Force pilots. This helmet is presumably used in normal missions while the combat helmet is worn on operations where direct combat, such as boarding action, is expected.

While only select UNSCDF personnel operate space-borne and airborne craft, all marines of the UNSC Marine Corps are seen to demonstrate prowess in operating all UNSC ground vehicles - Scorpions, Warthogs, and Mongooses, and even the Covenant Ghost as well. ODSTs also operate their own Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicles.

During October 2552, Marine dropship pilots wore ballistic helmets with a golden visor and an integrated communications system. The rest of the outfit is the same as that of the Marine infantrymen. In November 2552, Marine pilots were seen wearing the same body armor as that of a Marine but with a sealed helmet with a blue visor reminiscent of a modern fighter pilot's helmet. The chest armor is also equipped with an additional control panel.

Named UNSC dropships/fighters with mentioned pilots

Covenant overview

Elites have their own flight armor in Halo 3.

As an enormous spacefaring empire, the Covenant hosts a large number of client species capable of piloting crafts. Groups of Jiralhanae or Sangheili can operate a spaceborne Covenant ship, such as the CCS-class battlecruiser or the Reverence-class cruiser, by operation of holographic consoles at the control bridge of the warship. As with all Covenant technology, the Huragok assist in the technical maintenance of warship systems.

A single Jiralhanae or Sangheili can pilot a single person Banshee attack fighter as well as Phantom and Spirit dropships. Sangheili pilots have their own flight harness for operations in a variety of airborne vessels. Though uncommon, Unggoy are also known to be able to pilot Banshees, albeit clumsily.[2]

Trivia

  • In Halo 3, the UNSC pilot helmet is not sealed properly, which can be seen when the player looks underneath their helmets.
  • Pilots in Halo 2 wear helmets strongly reminiscent of the Cyborg's helmet from Bungie's earlier Marathon series of first-person shooter games.
  • If a VTOL pilot is infected by the Flood in Halo 3, they will take on the appearance of a standard Marine, not a pilot variation.
  • In Halo: Reach, the armor permutations include the UNSC Air Force Pilot helmet.

Gallery

  • The UNSC pilot outfit in Halo. Combat Evolved.

    The UNSC pilot outfit in Halo. Combat Evolved.

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    A group of Marines, one of them wearing a pilot uniform in Halo 2.

  • A UNSC VTOL pilot from Halo 3.

    A UNSC VTOL pilot from Halo 3.

  • A transparent scan of the UNSC pilot of Halo 3, from the Halo Encyclopedia.

    A transparent scan of the UNSC pilot of Halo 3, from the Halo Encyclopedia.

  • Two UNSC pilots, one riding on the Hornet's wing, the other piloting the aircraft.

    Two UNSC pilots, one riding on the Hornet's wing, the other piloting the aircraft.

  • 1203637899 18824417-Medium.jpg

    A close up of a UNSC VTOL pilot's helmet.

  • An UNSC Air Force pilot boarder in Halo: Reach.

    An UNSC Air Force pilot boarder in Halo: Reach.

  • Pilot hul-3.jpg

    The UNSC Air Force pilot helmet adapted to the MJOLNIR armor.

  • Render of a pilot for Halo 4's Halo: Infinity CGI series.

    Render of a pilot for Halo 4's Halo: Infinity CGI series.

Notes

  1. ^ Since it has been specified that Falcons in Halo: Reach are part of UNSC Air Force units such as AMX-4 and AMX-42, it can be assumed that the pilots, who wear outfits distinct from other UNSC units in the game, are part of the Air Force.

Sources

  1. ^ Halo: Reach, campaign levels Tip of the Spear, Long Night of Solace
  2. ^ Halo: The Flood, page ??

See also

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