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|name=Type-27 Exoatmospheric | |name=Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter | ||
|manufacturer=[[Assembly Forges]]<ref name="vis">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 19''</ref> | |manufacturer=[[Assembly Forges]]<ref name="vis">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 19''</ref> | ||
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*[[Covenant Navy]] | *[[Covenant Navy]] | ||
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The '''Type-27 Exoatmospheric | The '''Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter''',<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/ '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Universe - Tech'']</ref> informally known as the '''Space Banshee''',<ref name="Stats"/> the '''Banshee Fighter''',<ref name="Waypoint"/> and the '''Banshee Interceptor''',<ref name="Stats"/> is the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[Covenant Navy|Navy'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|Type-26 ''Banshee'' ground support aircraft]] that is designed exclusively for exoatmospheric operations.<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== | ||
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==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
The Type-27 XMF was first observed by [[United Nations Space Command]] personnel in [[2527]].<ref name="Waypoint"/> Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the [[Epsilon Eridani Fleet|UNSC Epsilon Eridani Fleet]] and orbital stations over [[Reach]] during the [[Fall of Reach|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 Exoatmospheric | The Type-27 XMF was first observed by [[United Nations Space Command]] personnel in [[2527]].<ref name="Waypoint"/> Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the [[Epsilon Eridani Fleet|UNSC Epsilon Eridani Fleet]] and orbital stations over [[Reach]] during the [[Fall of Reach|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 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter|Type-31 ''Seraph'']] to attack the UNSC [[refit station]] ''[[Anchor 9]]'' and later to defend the [[SDV-class heavy corvette|corvette]] ''[[Ardent Prayer]]'' from UNSC boarders.<ref name="solace"/> | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
Revision as of 01:47, March 7, 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 to 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.
