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The following is a list of fictional planes from the Crimson Skies world.

Fairchild F611 Brigand==
The F6II is a fast plane powered by a 16-cylinder Pratt & Whitney R600 engine, though this speed comes at the expense of fuel economy. While the Brigand’s innovative fuel-injection system is likely the culprit here, it does provide one advantage: gravity has no effect on fuel flow, a problem with some older craft. It first saw service in 1935 and is one of the most reliable and popular fighters ever created. It is surprisingly small but has a heavy engine which gives it poor acceleration and a wide turning radius.

== Grumman E-1C Avenger


The Grumman E-1C Avenger was introduced in 1936, marking a radical departure from the E-1 series design. Like the modern E-1C model, the original E-1 model could reach speeds up to 250 mph, powered by a pair of air-cooled Feldman engines. Twin engines on a craft of this size was unusual, though it allows for a mix of speed and fuel efficiency; the E-1’s operational range is almost fifty percent more than aircraft of comparable size. It has 60-caliber guns (replacing the original .30-caliber cannons) and the remaining six were fire-linked to improve shot-grouping. The aircraft also received additional cockpit armor.

Hughes Bloodhawk


The Hughes Aviation Bloodhawk is the latest in a line of superlative aircraft from Hollywood's premiere aircraft manufacturer: Howard Hughes. The epitome of style and function, the Bloodhawk is extremely maneuverable at high speeds, but suffers at low velocities with an unusually high stall speed. The plane has earned a reputation for lethality because of its precision balanced weapons and sighting system.

Ravenscroft Coyote


The Coyote, based on a custom-built plane produced by the Hopi at Second Mesa, was designed as a multi-role aircraft and is quite capable, even when facing most aircraft dedicated to single roles. In order to fill the needs of the various tribes of Native America, the Coyote serves as a spotter, bomber, and a gunship.

Sanderson FB14 Vampire


The Sanderson Vampire is easily one of the heaviest fighters in operation, more closely resembling a bomber than a dogfighter. Massing almost 13,250 pounds, the FB14 is cumbersome and slow, but extremely well armed and armored. Though the Vampire was intended as a heavy fighter-bomber, two variants also exist, a photoreconnaissance plane and a general-purpose cargo plane.

Hughes Firebrand


The Firebrand is one of the newest aircraft in existence, with fewer than sixty currently in service. One of the first combat aircraft designed as a flying wing, the Firebrand can attain altitudes of up to 35,000 feet, and carries a formidable weapon payload. The trade-off for these capabilities is a reduction in agility, speed, and acceleration.

Curtis-Wright J2 Fury


The J2 Fury is propelled by a 14-cylinder Wright R-1800-C engine and is fully capable of reaching 250 M.P.H. while still retaining maneuverability. However, troubling stall characteristics make this plane unfriendly to beginner pilots. The J2 Fury primarily operates as an interceptor, due to its mix of speed and armament. The Fury has also proven to be an effective anti-zeppelin craft.

Whittly & Douglas M210 Raven


The Whittly & Douglas M210 Raven is an agile fighter-bomber that was designed with an eye towards ease of maintenance. In fact, it is this facet of the Raven's design that has made it one of the most popular and widely customized aircraft in service today. Originally produced as a ground attack aircraft, the Raven's mix of agility and firepower has also earned it a reputation as a dangerous anti-aircraft gunship.

Hughes P21-JMK11 Devastator


Although somewhat dated now, the Hughes Aviation designed Devastator outperformed every other combat aircraft in the skies in speed, armament, and maneuverability when it was first released. The versatile Devastator is still widely used as a fighter-bomber today, however, where its lack of speed is not a problem and its agility and firepower remain above average.

Curtiss-Wright P2 Warhawk


The Curtiss-Wright P2 Warhawk was designed to carry significant weapons payloads and operate over long distances to fulfill its role as a light bomber. Many pilots consider the Warhawk to be somewhat out-of-date, though the craft is still quite capable, particularly when precision strikes at long-distance targets are required.

William and Colt Peacemaker 370


The William and Colt Peacemaker 370s were built in the aftermath of the Texas/Mexico conflict. Though it lacks the agility of many other fighters, the Peacemaker has proved an effective aircraft, relying on brute force rather than finesse. Its armor and firepower make it an ideal anti-zeppelin platform. The gunship variant is particular adept at this role.

Marquette PR-1 Defender


The Marquette PR-1 Defender, developed to defend the People's Collective from Federal troops and raids by the Industrial States of America, is a limited-role fighter; a failure at ground-attack or anti-airship missions, but surprisingly effective in air-to-air engagements with enemy fighters. It's small size, weight, and turning ability is offset by engine shortcomings and poor fuel efficiency.

McDonnell S2B Kestrel


The McDonnell S2B Kestrel's unique dual hull allows for enhanced stability in level flight; however, the unusual airframe makes it very difficult to pilot in a dogfight. With its fast speed, excellent range, and substantial load of bombs and rockets, the Kestrel is ideal for anti-zeppelin attack missions. Its limited maneuverability restricts it from any anti-fighter operations.

Bell Valiant MK11


The Valiant originally entered service in 1934, rolling off the Bell assembly line in Marietta, Georgia in November of that year. This small and agile fighter was an ideal dogfighting craft, capable of out-turning almost every opposing craft. The Valiant typically serves a point-defense fighter (protecting fixed installations against attack) due to its long runway requirement and low operational range (a mere 350 miles).









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