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==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Design details=== | ===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 cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison with those of the Type-26's [[Class-2 Energy Gun|standard 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 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.<ref name="Waypoint"/> These craft can be mounted on the [[hangar bay]] walls of Covenant warships<ref>''Halo: Reach'', [[Firefight]] map, [[Corvette (level)|Corvette]]</ref> and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.<ref name="solace"/> | 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 cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison with those of the Type-26's [[Class-2 Energy Gun|standard 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 canopy also includes an integrated antenna for communications.<ref name="HSSC20"/> 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.<ref name="Waypoint"/> These craft can be mounted on the [[hangar bay]] walls of Covenant warships<ref>''Halo: Reach'', [[Firefight]] map, [[Corvette (level)|Corvette]]</ref> and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.<ref name="solace"/> Unfortunately, the Banshee is highly vulnerable to the electromagnetic pulses of human nuclear weapons, where the fighter would be left dead in space with no way to call for help.<ref name="HSSC20"/> | ||
Inside the cockpit, the pilot has access to a wide-angle viewscreen for sight. A instrument console comes complete with holographic readout panels that monitor the fighter's various systems, with at least one referencing the impulse engines. On either side of the viewscreen are control grips for piloting the Banshee. The user laid on a cushioned bed, and was held to the fighter via a stability harness that ran across their flanks and hips.<ref name="HSSC20"/> | |||
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|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort 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"/> | 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|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort 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 Banshee was first observed by the UNSC at some point prior to [[2526#March|March 5, 2526]], when the [[SPARTAN-II]]s captured a handful of fighters from the [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] ''[[Radiant Arrow]]''.<ref name="HSSC3">'''Halo: Silent Storm''', ''Chapter 3''</ref> These same fighters would later be used to allow [[Blue Team]] to destroy a [[Unidentified Covenant munition carrier|munition carrier]] above [[Etalan]]. At the same battle, the [[Fleet of Inexorable Obedience]] would deploy these Banshees in defense of their fleet.<ref name="HSSC20">'''Halo: Silent Storm''', ''Chapter 20''</ref> | The Type-27 Banshee was first observed by the UNSC at some point prior to [[2526#March|March 5, 2526]], when the [[SPARTAN-II]]s captured a handful of fighters from the [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] ''[[Radiant Arrow]]''.<ref name="HSSC3">'''Halo: Silent Storm''', ''Chapter 3''</ref> These same fighters would later be used to allow [[Blue Team]] to destroy a [[Unidentified Covenant munition carrier|munition carrier]] above [[Etalan]]. At the same battle, the [[Fleet of Inexorable Obedience]] would deploy these Banshees in defense of their fleet.<ref name="HSSC20">'''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''', ''Chapter 20''</ref> | ||
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"/> | 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"/> | ||