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From "Namco Official Guide Book," pp. 152-167

Translated by TaskForce23 for Project NEMO on August 8th, 2018.
First published on https://acecombat.fandom.com/wiki/Acepedia

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F/A-18I Hornet		F/A

Data				Ability
length		18.31m		power			D
width		13.62m		striking power		C
height		4.88m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	29937kg		ground attack		C
max speed	2324km/h	stability		C
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		C
				climbing ability	D
				defence			C

General Resource's standardized multirole aircraft, an improved
F-18E Super Hornet with new technology and materials. Its stats
are not too impressive, but overall, it is well balanced for
both anti-air and anti-ground attacks. As a result, it is a
very easy plane to operate. Its performance is similar to
UPEO’s multirole EF-2000, but the Hornet ADV has better defense
and stability.

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F-16XF Gyrfalcon	FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		15.08m		power			C
width		9.45m		striking power		C
height		5.36m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	11372kg		ground attack		D
max speed	2856km/h	stability		C
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			C

An F-16 upgraded for better dogfighting capability, with a
focus on turning ability. Overall stability is lower, but it
can sustain tighter turns even with heavy ordinance. In
addition to its turning ability, it has excellent climb
abilities. It has moveable canards below the air intake which
aids in high maneuverability. However, its overall capabilities
are a little lacking.

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F-16XA Sakerfalcon	F/A

Data				Ability
length		16.51m		power			B
width		10.43m		striking power		C
height		5.36m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	15772kg		ground attack		D
max speed	3304km/h	stability		D
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			B

An air-defense/ground attack fighter developed by the secret
military organization “General Resource Dynamics.” Based on the
F-16, it is an upgraded version with a focus on ground attack.
It features no empennage and has a “cranked arrow” wing
allowing for good control of the large fuselage. It has a good
top speed, but is inferior in quick turns and maneuvers.

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F-15S/MT Eagle+		FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		19.43m		power			B
width		13.05m		striking power		C
height		5.63m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	36740kg		ground attack		C
max speed	3304km/h	stability		C
absorbability	HEAVY		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			C

The simple construction, high thrust-to-weight ratio, and the
ability to adapt to all kinds of missions still makes the F-15
series a top-of-the-line mainstay fighter. The F-15S/MT is an
upgrade of the Eagle. A major characteristic is the addition
of canards, which gives it a “three-winged surface” shape.
Additionally, it is equipped with more powerful engines with
thrust vectoring nozzles resulting in high maneuverability.

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F-22C Raptor II		FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		18.92m		power			C
width		13.56m		striking power		C
height		5.05m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	27200kg		ground attack		C
max speed	2856km/h	stability		A
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		C
				climbing ability	B
				defence			C

The F-22 was developed as a high performance fighter, able to
cruise supersonically without afterburner but also dogfight in
close combat with the highest level of maneuverability. The A
model F-22 lacked a dedicated airbrake to keep down costs, but
in order to further increase maneuverability when dogfighting,
it was re-equipped on the C model.

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A/F-117X NAV Hawk	F/A

Data				Ability
length		20.08m		power			D
width		13.2m		striking power		C
height		3.78m		air to air combat	D
gross weight	23814kg		ground attack		B
max speed	2324km/h	stability		D
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		C
				climbing ability	D
				defence			C

An aircraft upgraded from the existing F-117.  Many parts were
enhanced in an effort to have the plane be able to perform all
kinds of missions. Changes to the engines, lower tail, and
enlargement of the weapons bay were emphasized, and has good
power and stability. However, these upgrades were not
substantial, and its abilities are not impressive.

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F/A-32C Erne		F/A

Data				Ability
length		13.72m		power			D
width		10.97m		striking power		C
height		3.51m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	22680kg		ground attack		B
max speed	2324km/h	stability		A
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		B
				climbing ability	C
				defence			B

A multirole aircraft developed to replace aircraft such as the
F-16XF, F-16XA, and F-18. In order for it to perform in all
kinds of missions, it was planned for the design to meet many
different requirements. However, it took time to improve the
aircraft and huge delays in the development phase occurred. As
a result, development costs rose and few models were produced.
However, it had moderate capability in ground attack roles, and
as a fighter for General Resource, it was comparable to an
F/A-18I’s multirole capability.

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XFA-36A Game		ADVANCED FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		19.51m		power			B
width		13.2m		striking power		A
height		2.8m		air to air combat	A
gross weight	32116kg		ground attack		A
max speed	3304km/h	stability		B
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		B
				climbing ability	B
				defence			B

A tail-less advanced fighter produced by General Resource that
brought a huge leap in fighting capability. It was produced
with research data from the high-mobility stealth experimental
aircraft. With three-dimensional vectored thrust nozzles, a
General Resource special technology, it exhibits
maneuverability superior to any Neucom aircraft. Additionally,
in response to various airspeeds, the main wingtips fold
automatically to the optimal angle giving the craft high
stability.

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RF-12A2 Blackbird	STRATO FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		31.65m		power			A
width		16.94m		striking power		C
height		5.64m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	78020kg		ground attack		D
max speed	5068km/h	stability		C
absorbability	HEAVY		mobility		D
				climbing ability	A
				defence			B

In order to counter Neucom’s new weapon, this aircraft was
created through rapid development of an existing design. Since
the design’s focus was on reconnaissance from extremely high
altitudes, it performs poorly in ground attack missions. To
reach extreme high altitudes in a short amount of time, it is
launched by rocket boosters and flies at speeds over Mach 3 to
intercept and shoot down its target. Since it focuses on
extreme high speed, the design lacks stability.

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EF2000E Typhoon II	FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		15.75m		power			C
width		10.5m		striking power		C
height		6.4m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	18144kg		ground attack		C
max speed	2856km/h	stability		D
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			C

A multipurpose fighter plane developed by the UPEO-affiliated
Joint Military Aircraft Company. It has a large-area delta
wing, canards, and a large air intake under the fuselage.
Nothing stands out in particular when considering its
abilities, and it does not excel in any one thing. Within
UPEO’s lineup, it is a rather standard aircraft. If anything,
it is a well balanced plane. There is nothing bad about it and
it is easy to operate.

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MiG-33 Fulcrum SS	FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		17.32m		power			C
width		11.36m		striking power		C
height		4.73m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	18000kg		ground attack		B
max speed	2856km/h	stability		D
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			C

An upgraded and redesigned plane using the MiG-29 as a basis.
By fixing issues with turning, it is able to move more smoothly
in the air. It is superior to the EF2000E in air-to-air fights.
However, too much focus was given on its turning ability and
its performance is lacking in other areas. Its defense is
particularly poor. 

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Su-37 Super Flanker	ADVANCED FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		22.1m		power			B
width		14.7m		striking power		B
height		6.32m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	34420kg		ground attack		B
max speed	3304km/h	stability		B
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		B
				climbing ability	C
				defence			C

An all-mighty aircraft that can perform both anti-air and
anti-ground duties. With excellent aerodynamic characteristics
and high thrust engines with thrust vectoring nozzles, it
achieves next-level maneuverability. Around the time of UPEO’s
creation, to avoid criticism of a General Resource weapon
monopoly, the UPEO developed such planes such as the MiG-33,
EF2000E, and Su-37 by developing and upgrading existing craft
from other companies. It has excellent characteristics in all
categories and is well balanced, making it easy to operate. 

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Su-43 Berkut		ADVANCED FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		22.6m		power			B
width		16.7m		striking power		A
height		6.4m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	34900kg		ground attack		A
max speed	3304km/h	stability		C
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		A
				climbing ability	B
				defence			B

An aircraft built to surpass the aerial fighting performance of
the Su-37, which is known to be a balanced and easy plane to
operate. Among actually deployed fighter aircraft, the Su-43
Berkut is the first to adopt forward swept wings. Thanks to its
forward swept wing and three winged surface design, it
maintains its aerodynamic performance at high angles of attack,
and is capable of high mobility in dogfights.

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R-201 Asterozoa		ATTACKER

Data				Ability
length		18.13m		power			D
width		20.3m		striking power		C
height		2.9m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	25013kg		ground attack		B
max speed	1540km/h	stability		B
absorbability	HEAVY		mobility		D
				climbing ability	D
				defence			B

An aircraft developed with ground attack as its main purpose.
By splitting the fuselage in two parts, it allowed for the
mounting of more weapons and increased durability. Due to its
high gross weight, its power and acceleration is not great, but
can maintain stable flight conditions. With its high ammunition
count, it can wipe out its intended ground target with absolute
certainty.

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R-101 Delphinus#1	F/A

Data				Ability
length		20.48m		power			C
width		12.6m		striking power		C
height		4.1m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	8098kg		ground attack		C
max speed	2856km/h	stability		C
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		C
				climbing ability	C
				defence			D

The first unit in the “Delphinus” mainline fighter series, a
core part of Neucom’s brand new “R-numeral” aircraft lineup.
Many of Neucom’s world leading aviation and space industry
technologies found their way onto this aircraft. There are too
many advances to mention completely, but some include the use
of new materials in about 90 percent of its construction, new
high thrust engines, and laminar flow control technology to
dynamically manipulate the air on the aircraft’s surface.

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R-102 Delphinus#2	F/A	

Data				Ability
length		20.52m		power			B
width		13.2m		striking power		B
height		4.5m		air to air combat	B
gross weight	9057kg		ground attack		B
max speed	3304km/h	stability		C
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		B
				climbing ability	B
				defence			D

A successor to the Delphinus #1 focused heavily on turning
ability. The Delphinus #1 received worldwide attention and the
groans of those in the military with its advanced technology,
but unwilling to stop, the Delphinus #2 was the result of
further improvements. By using only a single engine, wing
loading was decreased and it succeeded in gaining more
mobility.

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R-211 Orcinus		ATTACKER

Data				Ability
length		22.56m		power			B
width		8.2m		striking power		B
height		2.21m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	12022kg		ground attack		A
max speed	3304km/h	stability		A
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		D
				climbing ability	C
				defence			B

An aircraft designed to close in and destroy ground targets at
high speed. The R-201 Asterozoa was the main ground attack
aircraft in use, but its low top speed left something to be
desired. This aircraft was developed as a supersonic attack
aircraft, and as a result it has a top speed comparable to
other classes of aircraft. It has excellent defense and
stability, but its turning ability is mediocre.

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R-103 Delphinus#3	ADVANCED FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		20.66m		power			A
width		13.8m		striking power		A
height		4.9m		air to air combat	A
gross weight	10040kg		ground attack		B
max speed	3920km/h	stability		B
absorbability	NORMAL		mobility		B
				climbing ability	B
				defence			C

An all-mighty aircraft that has enhanced the power and
stability of the Delphinus #2, and the last in the Delphinus
series. It possesses impeccable performance in all abilities,
including turning, speed, power, and stability. By using two of
the Delphinus #2’s engines, it was possible to substantially
increase its mobility. Additionally, canards were installed
near the front, and it can achieve higher agility regardless of
the pilot’s skill.

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R-311 Remora		STRATO FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		14.88m		power			A
width		5.82m		striking power		C
height		1.8m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	5105kg		ground attack		B
max speed	5098km/h	stability		D
absorbability	LIGHT		mobility		C
				climbing ability	A
				defence			D

A quick and nimble aircraft which had all features from
conventional aircraft deemed unnecessary removed. It was
developed with the purpose of maximizing accomplishments in a
short amount of time. The extremely high power is achieved by
significantly reducing wing area and decreasing its weapon
payload. Since it is quite a lightweight craft, it has good
turn and climbing characteristics. However, since it abandoned
any long-range cruising capability, it uses the R-531 Mobura as
a mothership which carries it to the combat airspace and then
is launched.

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R-352 Sepia		STAR FIGHTER

Data				Ability
length		30.16m		power			D
width		10.74m		striking power		C
height		4.9m		air to air combat	C
gross weight	60280kg		ground attack		C
max speed	3054km/h	stability		C
absorbability	HEAVY		mobility		A
				climbing ability	-
				defence			A

A shuttle developed for anti-satellite duties in outer space
operations. It is generally classified as a stratosphere
insertion rocket. It has many devices to allow for the rapid
control of the aircraft in space, where it is not affected by
gravity. Much of the interior is dedicated to propellant used
for maneuvering in space, and it boasts outstanding mobility
for a spacecraft.

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XR-900 Geopelia

An aircraft developed by engineers involved on the Night Raven
at General Resource after they transferred to Neucom. Using the
Night Raven’s design as a basis, they utilized different
technology provided by Neucom. It is being redesigned to be a
UAV, using AI to autonomously carry out combat operations.
Currently, it is equipped with a COFFIN system for test
flights, but is planned to have it removed once testing is
completed to decrease weight and allow for higher mobility.

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X-49 Night Raven

An aircraft which had been undergoing research and development
by General Resource in the past. Due to the complexity of the
unique design and changes in governmental state of affairs,
research was halted, and it was believed that the experimental
aircraft was destroyed. However, it suddenly revealed itself
along with the coup d'état forces. Detailed data is highly
classified, and detailed performance figures of the aircraft
are shrouded in mystery.

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UI-4054 Aurora

An aircraft rumored to have been developed in absolute secrecy
as a successor to the SR-71 in the past. Since its existence
was not made clear for many years, detailed information is not
given. Only a few unconfirmed sightings occurred in the late
20th century, with one story claiming airspeeds of Mach 6 or 8,
but the truth is hidden in the dark.

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C-17B Globemaster III	Large Transport Aircraft

A large cargo aircraft commonly used by General Resource.
Developed solely for transporting of cargo, it lacks the
ability to carry other kinds of equipment. Other variants like
the tanker craft also exist.

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B-1C Lancer		Bomber

Developed with bombing as its sole focus. It is designed to be
able to be loaded with a large amount of bombs. For this
reason, the aircraft is large and is rather difficult to
maneuver.

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RAH-66B Comanche	Attack Helicopter

An attack helicopter used as a mainstay of General Resource’s
forces. Loaded with missiles, machine guns, and other
equipment, its attack capability is comparable to conventional
fighter aircraft.

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V-22B Osprey		Civilian Utility Helicopter

Originally used as a tilt-rotor craft in the military, and was
used to transport cargo and soldiers. Currently it can be seen
in many civilian roles.

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KC-777			Refuelling Aircraft

A standard tanker aircraft used by General Resource. It carries
fuel in the fuselage, and by extending the boom it can refuel
planes in the air.

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R-501 Rhincodon		Large Transport Aircraft

A large cargo plane developed by Neucom. It has a length of 75
meters, and has a large payload. A purpose-built tanker version
also exists.

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R-531 Mobura		Docking Aircraft/Mothership

Serves as the mothership to the R-311 Remora and carries
multiple aircraft under its body.

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R-808 Phoca		Space Shuttle

A space shuttle used in the past that had been upgraded. Packed
with Neucom’s latest technology, it has high technical
specifications.

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R-701 Triakis		Attack Helicopter

An attack helicopter developed by Neucom. Everything is managed
by a computer and can automatically attack enemies.

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R-505U			UPEO Personal Plane

Has a form with flowing lines and is a design one can easily
distinguish with one look. There is very little swaying of the
fuselage, and offers a comfortable ride.

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UI-4053 Sphyrna		ECM Airborne Carrier

An airborne carrier serving as the core for Ouroboros
operations. Everything about it is big, and the aircraft is
armed with machine guns and has decent attacking capabilities.
Thanks to its size, it can house the Night Raven in its belly.
