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| armament = *Twin-linked [[GAU-23/AW/ | | armament = *Twin-linked [[GAU-23/AW/Linkless Feed Autocannon|GAU-23/AW autocannons]]<ref name="EVG"/> | ||
*[[ | *[[M6 Spartan Laser#Sparrowhawk's M6|M6 Spartan Laser]]<ref name="EVG"/> | ||
| crew = One [[pilot]], one gunner<ref name="EVG"/> | | crew = One [[pilot]], one gunner<ref name="EVG"/> | ||
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==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
The AV-22 Sparrowhawk is a formidable air-to-ground anti-tank [[Wikipedia:Aircraft#Heavier-than- | The AV-22 Sparrowhawk is a formidable air-to-ground anti-tank [[Wikipedia:Aircraft#Heavier-than-air – aerodynes|aerodyne]] that is used to hunt tanks and support ground advances.<ref>[http://www.halowars.com/forums/thread/45018.aspx '''Halo Wars Official Site''': ''Halo Wars Update 03.12.07'']</ref> Rather than using thrust-vectoring jets like some aircraft of the [[United Nations Space Command]], the AV-22 features an integrated [[VTOL]] propulsion system that combines a turbojet with dual-ducted lift fans.<ref name="deep links"/> The Sparrowhawk has a maximum airspeed of 611 kilometers per hour (380 miles per hour)<ref name="airspeed"/> and boasts impressive maneuverability. The Sparrowhawk also features cyberlink-compatible fly-by-light avionics.<ref name="deep links"/> | ||
The Sparrowhawk is classified as an "Attack VTOL", as evidenced by the "AV-22" designation. However, some branches of the [[UNSC Armed Forces]] classify the aircraft as a gunship due to its heavy armament.<ref name="EVG"/> The Sparrowhawk shares a number of similarities with its fellow aerodyne brethren, the [[AV-14 Hornet]], [[AV-19 SkyHawk]], [[AV-30 Kestrel]], and [[AV-49 Wasp]].<ref name="deep links"/> | The Sparrowhawk is classified as an "Attack VTOL", as evidenced by the "AV-22" designation. However, some branches of the [[UNSC Armed Forces]] classify the aircraft as a gunship due to its heavy armament.<ref name="EVG"/> The Sparrowhawk shares a number of similarities with its fellow aerodyne brethren, the [[AV-14 Hornet]], [[AV-19 SkyHawk]], [[AV-30 Kestrel]], and [[AV-49 Wasp]].<ref name="deep links"/> | ||
===Armaments=== | ===Armaments=== | ||
The VTOL's primary armament is a pair of brutally effective, twin-linked [[GAU-23/AW/Linkless Feed Autocannon]]s installed on weapon armatures on either side of the fuselage. These autocannons can fire the full range of 20mm aircraft ammunition, though the standard loadout on the Sparrowhawk is either [[M718 SAPHEI]], or [[PGU-42/B API]] with a [[depleted uranium]] core, and are capable of neutralizing infantry and light vehicles with ease.<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="deep links"/><ref>[http://mktplassets.xbox.com/NR/rdonlyres/31804095-7B32-4CE2-A17E-3CB54A3692EF/0/HaloWars_MNL_EN.PDF Halo Wars manual]</ref> The secondary weapon of the Sparrowhawk is a nose-mounted [[ | The VTOL's primary armament is a pair of brutally effective, twin-linked [[GAU-23/AW/Linkless Feed Autocannon]]s installed on weapon armatures on either side of the fuselage. These autocannons can fire the full range of 20mm aircraft ammunition, though the standard loadout on the Sparrowhawk is either [[M718 SAPHEI]], or [[PGU-42/B API]] with a [[depleted uranium]] core, and are capable of neutralizing infantry and light vehicles with ease.<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="deep links"/><ref>[http://mktplassets.xbox.com/NR/rdonlyres/31804095-7B32-4CE2-A17E-3CB54A3692EF/0/HaloWars_MNL_EN.PDF Halo Wars manual]</ref> The secondary weapon of the Sparrowhawk is a nose-mounted [[M6 Spartan Laser#Sparrowhawk's M6|M6 Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Cannon]], an upgraded version of the M6 Spartan Laser.<ref name="EVG"/><ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Limited Edition]]''', ''[[:File:Anders 0002.jpg|Anders leader card]]''</ref> The cannon allows gunners to conduct devastatingly effective long-range strikes with pinpoint accuracy. Components of the Sparrowhawk's cannon were later miniaturized and incorporated into the infantry-portable [[M6 Spartan Laser#M6/E|M6/E Spartan Laser variant]].<ref name="deep links"/> | ||
This armament, combined with the VTOL's impressive speed and maneuverability, allows the Sparrowhawk to engage Covenant [[Type-26 Banshee]]s on more than equal terms and to pursue fleeing dropships or engage them as they approach; even a pair of Sparrowhawks can destroy a [[Type-29 Vampire]]—the bane of the AV-14—with minimal attrition.<ref name="Repairs"/> | This armament, combined with the VTOL's impressive speed and maneuverability, allows the Sparrowhawk to engage Covenant [[Type-26 Banshee]]s on more than equal terms and to pursue fleeing dropships or engage them as they approach; even a pair of Sparrowhawks can destroy a [[Type-29 Vampire]]—the bane of the AV-14—with minimal attrition.<ref name="Repairs"/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
*'''ODST Hawk''': The ODST Hawk is designed exclusively for the [[105th Shock Troops Division|105th Special Forces]] to assist in covert offensives against Covenant armor and infantry units. It is designed with stealth gray armor creating a low RADAR detection signature, that make it nearly impossible to detect. <ref>[https://www.megaconstrux.com/en-gb/worlds/halo/playsets/odst-hawk '''Megabloks''' ''- ODST Hawk'']</ref> Compared to the standard AV-22 Sparrowhawk, the ODST Hawk features 6 white and red missiles rather than 4 gray missiles, and slightly updated access panels. It is normally piloted by ODST Pilots, designated by their brown colored breastplate and helmet stripe. | *'''ODST Hawk''': The ODST Hawk is designed exclusively for the [[105th Shock Troops Division|105th Special Forces]] to assist in covert offensives against Covenant armor and infantry units. It is designed with stealth gray armor creating a low RADAR detection signature, that make it nearly impossible to detect.<ref>[https://www.megaconstrux.com/en-gb/worlds/halo/playsets/odst-hawk '''Megabloks''' ''- ODST Hawk'']</ref> Compared to the standard AV-22 Sparrowhawk, the ODST Hawk features 6 white and red missiles rather than 4 gray missiles, and slightly updated access panels. It is normally piloted by ODST Pilots, designated by their brown colored breastplate and helmet stripe. | ||
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File:ODST_Hawk.png|ODST Hawk. | File:ODST_Hawk.png|ODST Hawk. | ||
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==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
In ''Halo Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki> [[skirmish]] and multiplayer modes, the Hawk is the unique unit of [[ | In ''Halo Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki> [[skirmish]] and multiplayer modes, the Hawk is the unique unit of [[Ellen Anders|Professor Ellen Anders]]. It is available as the final upgrade for the AV-14 Hornet at a cost of 900 supplies and a tech level of 3. It can be built at the [[UNSC Airpad|airpad]] for a cost of 250 resources and 2 population with a tech level of 2. The game's first title update increased the Hawk's upgrade price to 1350 supplies in order to prevent spamming of the unit. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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*A [[Wikipedia:Sparrowhawk|sparrowhawk]] is a species of small hawk, in keeping with the UNSC's tradition of naming most atmospheric aircraft after birds. | *A [[Wikipedia:Sparrowhawk|sparrowhawk]] is a species of small hawk, in keeping with the UNSC's tradition of naming most atmospheric aircraft after birds. | ||
*The Sparrowhawk looks similar to the [[AV- | *The Sparrowhawk looks similar to the [[AV-30 Kestrel#Halo 2 predecessor|Kestrel]], a UNSC aircraft that was cut from ''[[Halo 2]]''. The Hawk also bears a noticeable resemblance to the [[cnc:Orca aircraft|Orca gunship series]] from the [[cnc:Main Page|''Command and Conquer'' franchise]], primarily the [[cnc:A-15 Orca|A-15 model]]. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:AV-22_Sparrowhawk.png|More concept art of the Sparrowhawk. | File:AV-22_Sparrowhawk.png|More concept art of the Sparrowhawk. | ||
File:UNSC_Hawk.jpg|Early concept art of the AV-22 Sparrowhawk VTOL. | File:UNSC_Hawk.jpg|Early concept art of the AV-22 Sparrowhawk VTOL. | ||
File:UNSC_Hawk_Chaingun.jpg|Concept art of the [[GAU-23/AW/ | File:UNSC_Hawk_Chaingun.jpg|Concept art of the [[GAU-23/AW/Linkless Feed Autocannon|GAU-23 autocannon]]. | ||
File:HaloWarsBattle.jpg|Sparrowhawks and [[D77- | File:HaloWarsBattle.jpg|Sparrowhawks and [[D77-TC Pelican|Pelicans]] lend their firepower in support of UNSC ground forces in an early build of ''Halo Wars''. | ||
File:SCV02_VultureFight.jpg|Sparrowhawks during the Harvest Campaign. | File:SCV02_VultureFight.jpg|Sparrowhawks during the Harvest Campaign. | ||
File:Sparrow_Laser.jpg|An AV-22 Sparrowhawk firing its nose-mounted [[ | File:Sparrow_Laser.jpg|An AV-22 Sparrowhawk firing its nose-mounted [[M6 Spartan Laser#Sparrowhawk's M6|M6 Spartan Laser]]. | ||
File:HW-AV22.png|A large squadron of Hawks on [[Arcadia]]. | File:HW-AV22.png|A large squadron of Hawks on [[Arcadia]]. | ||
File:HW-HawksvsFloodLauncher.png|A trio of Hawks attack the Flood on Shield World 0459. | File:HW-HawksvsFloodLauncher.png|A trio of Hawks attack the Flood on Shield World 0459. | ||
