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| − | The '''Challenger Air Group''' officially consists of six squadrons of Alliance Starfighters, all of which are deployed from the Star Destroyer ''[[Challenger]]''. However, it unofficially refers to a number of other units also based on the ''Challenger'' as well, including [[Rogue Squadron]]. | + | The '''Challenger Air Group''' originally comprised all squadrons deployed from the Star Destroyer ''[[Challenger]]''. Since the incorporation of some squadrons into [[Rogue Group]] however, it now consists only of squadrons directly tasked with the defense of the ''Challenger'' and The Wheel, and any directly related squadrons. |
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| − | == Squadrons == | + | == History == |
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| − | === Thunderbolt Squadron === | + | == Members == |
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| − | An elite unit of A-Wing pilots, operating the new [[RZ-2 A-Wing Interceptor|RZ-2]] model. They have an ongoing rivalry with [[Valkyrie Squadron]] aboard the ''[[Valiant]]'', who also fly the RZ-2; and they regularly butt heads with pilots from [[Rogue Squadron]], as part of the animosity between A-Wing and X-Wing pilots.
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| − | === Viper Squadron === | + | == Out Of Character == |
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| − | Another of the A-Wing units aboard the ''Challenger'', Viper Squadron was previously deployed aboard the ''[[Horizon]]'' with Commodore [[Vansen Tyree|Tyree]]. Due to his familiarity with the unit and it's pilots, the Commodore regularly selects pilots from Viper Squadron to intercept and challenge unidentified craft. They fly the original [[RZ-1 A-Wing Interceptor]].
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| − | === Prowler Squadron ===
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| − | The third A-Wing squadron based on the ''Challenger'', Prowler Squadron was originally a [[Z-95 Headhunter]] unit. After Valkyrie Squadron was issued with the new RZ-2 A-Wing, their former [[RZ-1 A-Wing Interceptor|RZ-1]] fighters were used to upgrade Prowler Squadron's compliment.
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| − | === Hammerhead Squadron ===
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| − | Equipped with the [[B-Wing Assault Fighter]], Hammerhead Squadron provides the ''Challenger'' with the ability to engage enemy starships. Because the ''Challenger'' is currently deployed to protect [[the Wheel]], the squadron is rarely used offensively: it can however provide an effective distraction to cover the convoy's escape, and can also be useful in protecting the Wheel from enemy corvettes and small gunships.
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| − | === Perigrine Squadron ===
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| − | One of the earliest squadrons in the Alliance, Perigrine Squadron began as a unit flying [[CloakShape Fighter]]s, though they are currently equipped with [[T-65B X-Wing Starfighter]]s. On missions when the ''[[Valiant]]'' is deployed away from the Wheel, Peregrine Squadron is often selected to provide space superiority support for [[Valkyrie Squadron]].
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| − | === Raptor Squadron ===
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| − | Another X-Wing squadron based on the ''Challenger'', Raptor Squadron differs from the others. In addition to flying the standard [[T-65B X-Wing Starfighter|T-65B]], the squadron also has access to a number of [[T-65BR X-Wing Reconnaissance Fighter|Recon-X]] fighters. These "Snoopscoots" are often left behind by the Wheel after a hyperspace jump to monitor for Imperial pursuit.
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| − | === Rogue Squadron ===
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| − | The Rebel Alliance's elite fighter unit, Rogue Squadron is currently on an extended deployment aboard the ''Challenger'' to aid in the defense of [[the Wheel]]. While they do not officially fall under the Air Group's chain of command, they are generally regarded as being operationally part of the Group. They currently fly the [[T-65B X-Wing Starfighter|T-65B]].
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| − | === Valkyrie Squadron ===
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| − | Though based on the ''[[Valiant]]'' rather than the ''Challenger'', the A-Wing unit Valkyrie Squadron regularly participates in combat air patrols and other joint operations, leading to the squadron being the unofficial eighth squadron of the Air Group. Like [[Thunderbolt Squadron]], their rivals, they fly the [[RZ-2 A-Wing Interceptor|RZ-2]] A-Wing.
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| − | === Knight Flight ===
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| − | While the involvement of non-Alliance personnel in military operations is generally avoided by the Air Group, several of the civilians inhabiting [[the Wheel]] have begun to volunteer to aid in combat air patrols and other defense-critical operations: especially after the Wheel was able to source a number of [[Eta-2 Actis Light Interceptor|Eta-2]] interceptors for use by the Jedi. To identify Jedi pilots during those operations, the Air Group has reserved the callsign designation "Knight".
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| − | === Recon Flight ===
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| − | Not only was the Wheel able to recently source a number of [[Eta-2 Actis Light Interceptor|Eta-2]] interceptors: they also obtained several [[ARC-170 Starfighter]]s. Designed for both reconnaissance and heavy assault purposes, the handful of ARC-170s have begun to be used to provide ECM and ECW support to other squadrons, as well as augmenting [[Raptor Squadron]]'s [[T-65BR X-Wing Reconnaissance Fighter|Snoopscoots]].
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