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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]] [[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 Banshee|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>
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]] standard space interceptor support craft of the defunct [[Covenant fleet]].<ref name="Stats">'''Halo: Reach''', ''game stats''</ref> It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the [[Type-26 Banshee|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> though it is capable of operating in-atmosphere.<ref name="HE2">[[Halo: Escalation Issue 2|''Halo: Escalation'' #2]]</ref>


==Specifications==
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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 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"/>
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 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"/>


By [[2558]] numerous Type-27 Banshees were fielded by [[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].
By [[2558]] numerous Type-27 Banshees were fielded by [[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].<ref name="HE2"/>


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Revision as of 09:28, March 6, 2015

This article is about the space fighter variant. For the ground support variant, see Type-26 Banshee.

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

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List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Halo Waypoint: The Universe - Tech
  2. ^ a b c Halo: Reach, game stats
  3. ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint: Banshee Fighter
  4. ^ a b c Halo: Reach, campaign level Long Night of Solace
  5. ^ a b Halo: Escalation #2
  6. ^ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named manual
  7. ^ Halo: Reach, Firefight map Corvette

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