Category:Strike Fighter

The Strike Fighter was introduced in update 1.4.5, with the addition of the AJS 37 Viggen. The Su-17 Fitter was added later in update 1.4.8. This aircraft class is one of the only classes not included at the start of the game, and must be unlocked by achieving a low enough time in the race modes under Training.

The strike fighter is the ultimate hit-and-run combatant in Sky Knights. It has more health than Multirole Fighters such as the F-16A and MiG-29, and significantly more afterburner fuel. A payload of 20 rockets allows for quick strikes against clusters of ground units or an FOB while its heatseeking missiles provide increased dogfighting capability. Though outclassed by many aircraft in terms of turning power, they are some of the fastest aircraft in the game. They can also be given an anti-radar missile when the perk SEAD Loadout is purchased to make dealing with AAA easier. Though their guns carry the least amount of ammunition out of any class of aircraft, they deal reasonable damage to both air and ground targets.

While their survivability and high speed allows them to engage in dogfights, the lack of turning power makes them increasingly vulnerable the longer they stay in combat. This reliance on high speed also increases the risk dramatically when lingering to attack a ground target.

Currently, there are two strike fighters in Sky Knights: the AJS 37, and the Su-17.