Briefing on the A-SymM series of Space Superiority Fighters.
Background.
When we introduced the asymmetrical mockup of our new fighter concepts, potential buyers showed much interest but said they wanted to see how they would perform as functional prototypes.
At the Narabedla Air and Space Show, we unveiled the symmetrical mono-wing Mark 8 and bi-wing Mark 9 to rave reviews.
Then the Mark 7 was rolled out and immediately launched. The observers were quite stunned to see the asymmetrical ship was a functional vehicle.
While the Mark 8 and Mark 9 designs were being prepared for production, inquiries kept coming in on the Mark 7, so many that we had to put it into the production readiness program.
Production.
Now, Galan Aerospace is proud to present the A-SymM7, A-SymM8 and A-SymM9!
These three craft are the first off their production lines.
Ordnance Pods.
The M7 is outfitted with a bank of four modular ordnance pods on the port bi-wing, suitable for guns, energy weapons, missiles or bombs. Optimized for high capacity missile loadout, these pods can also pack a very large punch when equipped with guns or energy weaponry. Each of the four pods may also be fitted with energy cells to support higher firing rates and/or a longer firing time before requiring recharging from the reactor.
On the starbord mono-wing, the M7 suports a tri-module ordnance pod capable of being loaded with bombs, missiles, or energy weapons. These pods are optimized for energy weapons, guns may be fitted but the smaller size limits the number of rounds available. Weapon convergeance may be set individually for each tri-pod. The bomb capacity per tri-pod is two for most types.
The modular configuration of both types of pod provides for fast turnaround when re-arming, and for quick replacement of damaged modules. Their positioning at the wingtips enhances survivability of the pilot should the ordnance be explosively destroyed by enemy fire. A fast pod jettison system is standard on all variants of the A-SymM series.
For full details on ordnance capacity of both styles of pod, contact our toll-free Hypernet node and ask to speak with a weaponry consultant.
Core weaponry.
All three craft are shown with red dummy rods on the body to indicate all of the possible core weaponry mountpoints. It is not recommended, or with most loadouts- possible, to use all of these mountpoints at the same time. Wherever possible, identical vertical and/or horizontal positions for each mountpoint have been used accross the series. This makes it easier to crosstrain pilots for each variant as well as using a common software suite on all three models.
Engines.
All A-SymM fighters come equipped with five engines for superior speed and enhanced survivability in combat operation. The M7 and M9 versions have two and four (respectively) engines with the ability to augment thrust in a planetary atmosphere. The M8 has the fastest afterburner speed with the M7 performing between the M8 and M9. Cruise speed is identical for all three versions.
Cockpit.
With the decision to produce all three A-SymM versions, the cockpit was rationalized across the three. With the common design, a pilot can fly any version and each will respond exactly the same to control inputs. Our VariOptimum software suite handles all of the variables amongst the A-SymM versions, allowing a for a single pilot training programme no matter which of the craft his or her squadron is equipped with. Any loadout is automatically configured and presented to the pilot via our custom interface attachment modules, which Galan Aerospace can design for any weapon or ordnance it's possible to fit into any core bay or pod, now and in the future.
Thank you for considering a purchase of the A-SymM Space Superiority Fighter Series.
Galan Aerospace looks forward to doing business with you.
(The ZIP file has the three ships as seen in the latest pics.)
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