P-23 Virus
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| P-23 Virus | |
|---|---|
 A Virus in flight | |
| Information | |
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Source | UnitedTerra, Ed Island |
The P-23 Virus is a 2010 fifth-generation fighter designed and produced by UnitedTerra. One of the most advanced aircraft in the inventory of the UnitedTerran Air Force, it represents the pinnacle of modern aviation by incorporating the latest aerospace and stealth technologies.
Development[edit]
In late 2007, the UnitedTerra Navy issued a request for the development of a new combat aircraft that could also be used by the Air Force, due to rising tensions between Scoodlepeep and the USA. Blueprints of the new jet, named the "XP-23", were completed by February 2008, and its maiden flight took place in 2009 following a delay due to undisclosed engine problems. The first squadron of P-23s were put into service in early 2010, matching other air superiority aircraft with ease.
In 2011, Ed Island showed interest in the advanced design, and purchased three fighters to perform in performance trials. Designated the X-23, the aircraft outperformed every other competitor. In the end, Ed Island purchased manufacturing rights to the UnitedTerran P-23, designating it the F-23.
Design[edit]
The P-23 Virus is a fifth-generation fighter/interceptor with a striking, unique appearance. The aircraft incorporates an uncommon design with variable geometry technology with a forward-swept wing configuration. As the aircraft gains speed, the wings and vertical stabilizers fold inward to reduce air drag, and retract to their neutral position once it slows down. This unconventional design grants it an extreme degree of mobility, and the folded wings add a degree of stealth; however, this comes at a cost to the aircraft's armor, which is scaled back to provide such mobility.
The P-23 incorporates a weapons bay between the intakes on the underside of the aircraft. This weapons bay is capable of carrying all kinds of special weapons, including air-to-air missiles, air-to-surface missiles, and various other mounts. The P-23 is powered by two tri-dimensional thrust vectoring ERG-1000 engines, which provide the aircraft with the ability of Mach 2.5 flight, making it one of the fastest jet aircraft in Antarctica.
Specifications[edit]
- Crew: 1
- Length: 21.84m (71.65ft)
- Wingspan: 18.30m (60.04ft) / 11.54m (37.86ft) when wings are folded
- Height 4.36m (14.30ft) / 3.42m (11.22ft) when wings are folded
- Empty weight: 16,800kg (16.8 metric tons)
- Loaded weight: 25,000kg (25 metric tons)
- Maximum Take-Off Weight: 35000kg (35 metric tons)
- Powerplant (x2): ERG-1000 engines
- Dry thrust: 116 kN each
- Thrust with afterburner: 155+ kN each
- Maximum speed: Mach 4.1
- Service Ceiling: 108km (67 miles, 354,330 ft)
- Combat Radius: 1,050km (652 miles)
Weapons[edit]
- 1x 30mm 7 barrel rotary snowball cannon
- 6x Target Air-to-Air Missile
- 4x Long-range Air-to-Surface Missile
- 10x Guided Penetration Bomb
Usage[edit]
| Name | Amount owned | Time in use | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| UnitedTerra Terra Federation |
8,000 | 2010-present | *Originating country |
| Ed Island Air Force | 150 | 2011-present | *Produced locally under license *Many reportedly dismantled in 2013, but secretly sold to Penquino under the guise of the Shopper air force. |
| Jedi Order | 125 | 2013-present | *Several viruses owned by Ed Island purchased by Penquino in 2013 for the Jedi. |
Trivia[edit]
- Due to it's shape and wing style, the P-23 is one of the most maneuverable aircraft available in Antarctica while operating at subsonic speeds.
- Initially, the Ed Island-produced P-23 was designated F-23 due to different aircraft naming conventions. After engine refits, however, the aircraft was re-designated SF-23 after demonstrating its ability to operate above 80km for short periods of time.
