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  AIR TRAVEL IN 2073
  AIR TRAVEL IN 2073
  As we all know, the joys of flight are a regular part of the 
  wageslave’s dream vacation. Ironically, the use of air travel by the cor-
  porations themselves has decreased with the near demise of executive 
  travel and the advent of secure wireless Matrix connections. Travelers 
  of civilian aviation are subjected to a wide variety of security screening 
  methods prior to being allowed to board an aircraf . T ose who have 
  the option to travel on corporate-owned aircraf  are normally able to 
  avoid some of the more unpleasant screens, as the parent corporation 
  pre-screens them by vouching for the rider’s identity and lack of crimi-
  nal intent.
  COMMERCIAL AIR TRAVEL
  The public airports of today are similar to those that our 
  grandparents knew. T e teaming throngs of bewildered tourists stream 
  from one gate to the next, absorbed in the social media experience that 
  their personal electronics provide, while life passes them by. T ere is 
  the invasive security check that has become pervasive and occurs to 
  all passengers, especially those not connected enough to avoid them. 
  Along with these are the random checks that tend to target those listed 
  as undesirable. T e system is designed to log all of this activity with 
  your f ight reservations and SIN so that the government databases can 
  accurately track and charge each entity the appropriate fees and taxes 
  for all of the services provided.
  Major improvements have occurred in the handling of baggage 
  and the reduction of personnel costs. Passengers and backstage services 
  are frequently handled by drones, while the few people needed to 
  manage a concourse are located in a facility far removed from the 
  actual airport. T e front counters are normally just kiosks monitored 
  by smart systems, with a single person available to handle those 
  passengers with enough status to demand a personal touch. Baggage 
  can be tracked via the Matrix, with the use of RIFD tags making 
  up-to-the-second tracking available to those who purchase the service, 
  reducing the chance of lost baggage. While ideally these facilities are 
  state-of-the-art, several less-used locations, principally those within the 
  NAN and Africa, have not upgraded their baggage-handling systems 
  within the past ten to f f een years.
  T e security at most airports is very exacting. T e f rst step in 
  the identity conf rmation process is the actual purchase of the ticket. 
  Matrix systems copy the purchaser’s SIN information at the time 
  of purchase for comparison to national or corporate databases. T e 
  biometric data is also copied into secure data storage for comparison 
  when the individual arrives for their f ight. Once at the airport, security 
  drones and surveillance devices monitor all occupants of the facility 
  for explosives and other banned chemicals while facial recognition 
  programs attempt to pick out those with criminal backgrounds or 
  outstanding warrants. Frequent patrols, both astral and physical, 
  attempt to detect suspicious behavior and provide a reassuring presence 
  for legitimate traf  c.
  The passenger screening process include a close-proximity 
  scan by chemical snif ers, x-ray analysis of both the person and any 
  accompanying baggage, carefully selected interview questions in an 
  attempt to make criminals tip their intentions, and full-body imaging 
  to detect any implanted devices. T e passenger’s biometric and SIN 
  data is checked against live government databases and then against 
  the stored data from the carrier’s database. T is makes it dif  cult for 
  someone with an assumed identity to pass through the gate. Some 
  airports rely on automated defenses in the passenger-screening area, 
  while others use meta-human employees to separate those who fail the 
  screening process from the regular passenger traf  c.
  Commercial airlines vary in size and cost, both of which provide 
  some indication of the quality of service that can be expected while 
  aboard the aircraf . Smaller lines tend to be independent operations 
  servicing relatively small geographic regions; these airlines also tend 
  to operate tilt-rotor aircraf , as they allow maximum f exibility. T e 
  smaller airlines also usually own older aircraf  and outsource their 
  heavy maintenance. T e benef ts of f ying on such airlines is that 
  nobody really pays attention to the passengers, and if you are the 
  hijacking type, the onboard security measures tend to be a generation 
  or three behind the major carriers. Major airlines feature newer 
  equipment and sometimes better maintenance regimens. T e service 
  is typically considered better, although it tends to lack the personal 
  approach that some of the smaller lines adopt in an ef ort to garner 
  market share.
  CORPORATE AIR TRAVEL
  T ose who are fortunate enough to have their travel arrangements 
  made by one of the extraterritorial corporations have a dif erent 
  experience. T e corporate airports are much better maintained than 
  public facilities, and the security measures are far less intrusive. Since 
  the majority of the passengers are also employees, the background 
  checks are handled as an administrative function when a trip is 
  scheduled. As is the case with public airports, there are scanners 
  at the entrances, although they tend to be staf ed by guards with a 
  more professional demeanor (a result of the higher pay of ered by the 
  private sector for this position). T e fact that most corporate security 
  protocols allow for faster use of deadly force by these guards helps 
  ensure that passengers remain docile through the abbreviated scan.
  T e majority of corporate aircraf  are well maintained, as the 
  equipment and the personnel allowed to ride in them represent a 
  substantial investment by the parent corp. T e quality of service varies, 
  largely based on the job description of the passenger. A wageslave 
  riding in coach class will receive beverage and food service from 
  well-programmed drones with sophisticated response routines, while 
  the middle managers are in a separate cabin with f esh-and-blood 
  attendants. Executives are traditionally transported on exclusive 
  aircraf  with luxurious appointments. T e security for these corporate 
  assets is generally tight, making in-air hijackings particularly dif  cult 
  to arrange and dangerous to carry of .
  LONG-DISTANCE AIR TRAVEL
  T e need for long-distance travel has decreased over the last 
  twenty years as the Matrix has allowed for ef ective online meetings, 
  and virtual sales calls have become an accepted part of business. In 
  order to lure people back to air travel, the industry has pushed to make 
  high-speed aircraf  available to a wider range of customers, which 
  
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  AIR TRAVEL IN 2073
  has shaped the current intercontinental travel market. T e larger 
  corporations all maintain some form of intercontinental transport to 
  ensure that they are able to provide the rapid journeys the public now 
  expects.
  Traditional airliners still have a place in their schedules for long 
  f ights, but these are increasingly only scheduled for the needs of the 
  wageslaves that can af ord to take actual vacations, rather than relying 
  on the virtual alternative. Supersonic transport, while enjoying a brief 
  window of popularity, has largely failed to hold onto its market share 
  with the development of semi-ballistic and sub-orbital options. Semi-
  ballistic transport in particular has grown in popularity over the past 
  decade, as sub-orbital assets are used by their parent corporations for 
  more space-related projects.
  AIR CARGO
  There are a number of options available to those who wish 
  to transport goods quickly. Most national governments maintain 
  an exclusive contract with an incorporated service entity, and all 
  megacorporations manage at least a small courier service to ensure 
  prompt delivery of critical suppliers to their installations. While 
  all passenger aircraf  carry at least a small amount of priority cargo, 
  dedicated aircraf  carry a far larger amount along well-established 
  routes. T e primary carriers of these air routes are zeppelins; while 
  their speed is lower than that of a conventional aircraf , they of er an 
  unparalleled cost-to-weight ratio. T e next most popular option is the 
  wide-body subsonic aircraf , many of which have been converted to 
  operate under rigger control through satellite communications arrays.
  Freight forwarders still of er high-speed service anywhere in the 
  world, and the corporate transportation network allows those service 
  providers to manage their expectations with less capital expense. It 
  also ensures that the mega-corporations wring enough revenue from 
  their capital purchases to cover some of the operating expenses these 
  high-speed technologies require. T e benef ts of this system nicely 
  dovetail with the logistics networks developed to ensure that just-
  in-time supply chains function, as those components that cannot be 
  constructed using nano-forge technology are mere minutes away—if 
  the demand, or price, is high enough.
  > <Yawn> When do we get to the stuff that blows up?
  > Slamm-O!
  > You realize it is not all about the things that kill. The information above 
  may help you get close to a target or make a meet that would otherwise be 
  impossible. 
  > Fianchetto
  > There is a little of that in here, but most are aircraft that are used all the time. 
  There are probably a half dozen ﬂ ying over your head right now.
  > DangerSensei
  TYPICAL PASSENGER CAPACITY
  The following values are typical seating capacities for human-sized pas-
  sengers. As a rule of thumb, troll adaptation replaces two seats with a single 
  oversized one. Some vehicles may have cargo space available to replace with 
  additional seating.
  CRAFT 
  SEATING
  Autogyro/Aerial Personal Mobility Vehicle 
  1
  Glider 
  1 or 2
  Tactical Aircraft 
  1 or 2
  Cargo Helicopter 
  4
  Utility Helicopter 
  7
  Light Transport 
  2 to 4
  Personal Luxury Aircraft 
  5 to 10
  Transport Plane 
  20
  Medium Transport 
  30 to 40
  Passenger Plane 
  150
  Jumbo Airliner 
  300
  has shaped the current intercontinental travel market. T e larger 
  corporations all maintain some form of intercontinental transport to 
  ensure that they are able to provide the rapid journeys the public now 
  expects.
  Traditional airliners still have a place in their schedules for long 
  f ights, but these are increasingly only scheduled for the needs of the 
  wageslaves that can af ord to take actual vacations, rather than relying 
  on the virtual alternative. Supersonic transport, while enjoying a brief 
  window of popularity, has largely failed to hold onto its market share 
  with the development of semi-ballistic and sub-orbital options. Semi-
  ballistic transport in particular has grown in popularity over the past 
  decade, as sub-orbital assets are used by their parent corporations for 
  more space-related projects.
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  EMBREAR-DASSAULT MISTRAL (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  EMBREAR-DASSAULT MISTRAL 
  (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  T e Mistral was designed to meet the needs of several dif erent 
  client bases, and it largely succeeded. While most security f rms 
  have moved to more recent models, military and civilian purchasers 
  continue to use the design. It features enhanced stall-resistant design 
  features, allowing for lower takeof  and landing speeds. T is translates 
  to better short-f eld handling and safer operating procedures, as less-
  experienced pilots have larger margins for error. T is Mistral was also 
  designed to make maintenance easier for the ground crew with easy 
  access to avionics and mechanical bays.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 1
  EMBREAR-DASSAULT MISTRAL
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  30/100
  300
  2
  18
  5
  2
  12
  721,000¥
  > Aztlan used to have a bunch of these tricked out for assault work once they dis-
  covered that the forward-swept wings could carry a couple of tons of ordnance. 
  They pulled them out of service and reconﬁ gured then for cargo duty after the 
  ﬁ rst dozen were shot down.
  > Clockwork
  > Actually, according to what I saw, there might be a couple that have been 
  returned to assault duty. There was a cartel-operated airﬁ eld that was destroyed 
  by a team that looked like they jumped out of one of these. A satellite spent a 
  lot of time monitoring the action.
  > Orbital DK
  > Any idea who controlled the satellite?
  > Picador
  > No idea. It’s one that Ares Aerospace rents out on a regular basis. So at least 
  Ares has the footage, but I’m not sure who else might have gotten a look. Any 
  particular reason you want to know?
  > Orbital DK
  > No, just professional curiosity.
  > Picador
  
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  LEAR-CESSNA PLATINUM I (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  LEAR-CESSNA PLATINUM I 
  (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  The Platinum I was the pinnacle of secure, luxurious flight 
  when it was introduced in the early 2040s. Currently they are largely 
  considered collector’s items in most countries, although some African 
  nations still use them as transports for diplomatic functionaries. T e 
  aircraf  was one of the most successful in the company’s history, with 
  annual sales peaking at 800 units. Lear-Cessna ceased production of 
  this model in July 2068 af er twenty years of continuous production.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (High)
  LEAR-CESSNA PLATIUM I
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  45/135
  350
  2
  17
  5
  2
  14
  750,000¥
  > These early Platinums have largely been retired, although a reﬁ t shop in 
  Bellingham has started to provide replacement parts. They seem to be nano-
  forged, leading to some interesting questions regarding Aztechnology’s patents.
  > Turbo Bunny
  > Classico Charters manages a small ﬂ eet of these for those clients that still 
  ask for them by name. There aren’t many dedicated Platinum I fans left, but 
  there are three of these craft sitting in Hong Kong, ready to make trips to the 
  mainland.
  > Ma’fan
  > The ones that are still in the air are a lot more capable than the baseline model 
  listed here. Almost all those still used for executive transport sport lock-on 
  countermeasures and self-defense jammers at minimum.
  > Rigger X
  
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  LEAR-CESSNA PLATINUM II (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  LEAR-CESSNA PLATINUM II 
  (PERSONAL LUXURY AIRCRAFT)
  T e upgraded Platinum was originally of ered to individuals and 
  corporations that desired a secure and speedy transport. While the 
  Platinum II is still of ered by Aztechnology’s subsidiary, it is no longer 
  a regularly produced item. T e improved executive transport provides 
  reasonable speed with spacious accommodations and enough glamour 
  to be considered adequate for the members of the European Tour.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (High), Satellite Communications, 
  Rigger Adaptation, ECM 4
  LEAR-CESSNA PLATIUM II
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY
  ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +0
  50/150
  800
  4
  18
  6
  3
  15
  1,000,000¥
  > The Platinum II is a harder target to take down than its older counterpart. The 
  countermeasures that dedicated executive transports carry make most guided 
  munitions unreliable, and the target’s speed makes interception difﬁ cult with-
  out dedicated military technology.
  > Black Mamba
  > Several smaller corporations around the Paciﬁ c Rim own at least one of these 
  to help them attend meetings that they cannot have over the Matrix.
  > Baka Dabora
  > The Atlantean Foundation uses these to transport those they want to impress. 
  Once they sign you to a deal, the quality level of the provided transport declines 
  rapidly.
  > Elijah
  
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  HAWKER-SIDDLEY HS-895 SKYTRUCK (TACTICAL TRANSPORT)
  HAWKER-SIDDLEY HS-895 
  SKYTRUCK (TACTICAL TRANSPORT)
  The Skytruck has been the standard for short-ranged cargo 
  transport for nearly thirty years. While no longer considered suf  cient 
  for many tasks, the Skytruck remains in production to serve the needs 
  of less-af  uent carrier services. T ere are a large number of these 
  aircraf  in operation in South America, as Hawker-Siddley’s primary 
  manufacturing facility is located in Aztlan.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (Squatter), Extra Entry/Exit Points, 
  Improved Takeof  and Landing 1
  HAWKER-SIDDLEY HS-895 SKYTRUCK
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –1
  30/120
  320
  2
  34
  5
  1
  14R
  2,000,000¥
  > Aztlan’s military still uses these for tactical airlifts. There are rumors that there 
  are also several upgraded models to fulﬁ ll other battleﬁ eld roles.
  > Orbital DK
  > Those aren’t just rumors—they’ve got plenty of modiﬁ ed Skytrucks out there. 
  There were at least three different model gunships operating in the Yucatan 
  back in the day.
  > Picador
  > They still use them, mostly on secondary targets like the cartel operations. I 
  guess that Aztechnology’s board dislikes competition.
  > Black Mamba
  > There are several free traders that like to use these on longer hops. The rough 
  ﬁ eld capability makes them a good hauler to cache points outside of the major 
  metropolitan areas.
  > Sounder
  
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  ARES TR-55 (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  ARES TR-55
  (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  T e Ares TR-55 tilt-rotor is frequently seen in the skies above 
  North America, and the craf  has had some sales success on the 
  Asian continent as well. Ares provides several dif erent models, each 
  optimized for a dif erent role. T e executive-enhanced transport 
  version is still a hot seller, as it combines a light tactical payload with 
  plush accommodations for the VIP. T e cargo and passenger versions 
  are also steady sellers, since the capability to vertically deliver goods 
  and people is still needed in today’s reality of corporate enclaves and 
  sponsored kidnapping attempts. T e tactical and luxury transport 
  versions are not regularly produced any longer due to the reduced 
  travel demand among high-level execs, not to mention the fact that 
  the tactical version proved to be incapable of cost-ef  cient upgrades 
  to meet today’s threats.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 2, Extra Entry/
  Exit Points
  ARES TR-55
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  30/100
  350
  3
  28
  5
  2
  17
  1,200,500¥
  > I notice that Clockwork only lists the specs for the standard passenger version 
  here. Are you afraid that we might do a hit on one of your clients?
  > Riser
  > I only take care of the clients that are currently paying. Since you aren’t paying, 
  you can look up your own target’s defenses.
  > Clockwork
  > I’m surprised Ares is still making these things. I thought that sales peaked like 
  ten years ago.
  > Hard Exit
  
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  DOCWAGON OSPREY II (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  DOCWAGON OSPREY II 
  (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  DocWagon modif es existing designs to meet their specif c needs 
  for rapid-response units. T e Osprey II is as unique in DocWagon’s 
  inventory as it is uninsurable. T e units have suf ered extensive damage 
  while responding to Platinum Contract calls, resulting in several armor 
  and self-defense avionics upgrades. Federated Boeing continues to 
  produce these units on a limited basis. 
  Std. Upgrades: Extra Entry/Exit Points, Improved Takeof  and 
  Landing 2, Valkyrie Module, Rigger Adaptation, Anti-T ef  System, 
  ECM 2
  DOC WAGON OSPREY II
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  25/90
  380
  3
  32
  5
  3
  18F
  1,450,000¥
  > This is a classic that DocWagon has yet to fully replace. While no longer the best 
  in their ﬂ eet, it can still perform High Threat Response missions faster than the 
  newer CRT transport.
  > Butch
  > DocWagon upgrades the Valkyrie module almost monthly to ensure the proper 
  treatment of their clients. The cost is reﬂ ected in the annual increases they 
  charge for the Platinum-level package.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > There are some attorneys that are looking into the exclusivity clause according 
  to a trade eZine. Apparently CrashCart would like to add a few of these to their 
  rapid-response ﬂ eet.
  > Glitch
  
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  DOCWAGON CRT AIR UNIT (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  DOCWAGON CRT AIR UNIT 
  (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  DocWagon’s primary response unit is capable of handling multiple 
  casualties in rapid succession. T e CRT Air Unit was manufactured 
  by Hughes until Ares purchased the manufacturer. T e aircraf  is now 
  manufactured by Hawker-Siddley under an exclusive contract with 
  DocWagon. While the CRT is slower than the older Osprey, it is 
  gradually replacing the older design in all lower-threat environments.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeoff and Landing 2, ECM 1, 
  Valkyrie Module (x2), Anti-T ef  System
  DOC WAGON CRT AIR UNIT
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  30/120
  350
  3
  27
  8
  3
  16F
  1,600,000¥
  > These can be seen over every city in North Am and most cities in Europe. 
  DocWagon keeps a few of these warmed up on the helipads of their hospitals 
  at all times. It is one of the primary reasons to hold a contract with them.
  > Dr. Spin
  > The only weak point with these aircraft is the maintenance. DocWagon contracts 
  out the major overhauls to local independent outﬁ ts as a way to keep their 
  overhead down.
  > Flanchetto
  > It isn’t that much of a weak point thanks to a simple provision in the mainte-
  nance agreement. Before any aircraft is accepted back into the active ﬂ eet, the 
  head mechanic of the overhaul is contractually obligated to personally take it 
  out for a nice spin. Their self-preservation instinct ensures that everything is 
  reassembled correctly.
  > Turbo Bunny
  
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  AIRBUS A1570 HSCT (PASSENGER PLANE)
  AIRBUS A1570 HSCT 
  (PASSENGER PLANE)
  T is is a classic high-speed transport, and it still f ies on limited 
  routes around the world. T e primary customers are celebrities and 
  other wealthy people who have managed not to be under the thumb 
  of one of the mega-corporations. T e design’s lif ing body and merged 
  delta wings are a testament to classic aerodynamic principles, while 
  the amenities aboard ensure that every passenger feels that they are a 
  member of the elite.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (High), Interior Cameras, Rigger 
  Adaptation, Satellite Communications
  AIRBUS A1570 HSCT
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  60/240
  3000
  4
  40
  8
  2
  24R
  10,500,000¥
  > These are all about style and ﬂ ash, which means the Tour still loves them. Some 
  members maintain a personal jet, with the older models being a status symbol 
  that contains more than a whiff of nostalgia from days gone by.
  > Arete
  > You might be surprised who owns a few of these. There are rumors that Lowfyr 
  maintains a couple to transport things that need to be places quickly in Europe 
  and the Middle East.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > They are the ultimate high in many ways. I joined the mile-high club in one of 
  these; the seats countered some of the vibration from the ﬂ ight, which has its 
  good points and its bad points.
  > Kat o’ Nine Tales
  
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  LOCKHEED “ARROW” HSCT (PASSENGER PLANE)
  LOCKHEED “ARROW” HSCT 
  (PASSENGER PLANE)
  Originally designed to compete with the A1570, the Arrow 
  largely fails on many purely technical aspects. It has one major 
  advantage over its competition, however: price. T e Arrow has an 
  initial lower purchase price and has a lower cost per f ight hour, a major 
  consideration for any commercial carrier. Ironically, it was Lockheed’s 
  desire to use as many of -the-shelf components as possible that led to 
  its depressed performance and lower cost of operation. Airbus has 
  its market to which it sells its thoroughbred aircraf , but there are 
  plenty of other clients buying this craf  from Lockheed, keeping the 
  corporation’s production lines prof table.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (High), Satellite Communications
  LOCKHEED “ARROW” HSCT
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  50/200
  2500
  3
  38
  6
  2
  23R
  9,875,000¥
  > UCAS maintains a few of these as priority transports for the State Department, 
  and the Air Force owns a couple as well although I have never seen them ﬂ own. 
  There are rumors that this might be selected to be the next Air Force One.
  > Kay St. Irregular
  > The USAF has modiﬁ ed their transports into something that would make the 
  manufacturer cry. I found work orders and part numbers for the biggest jam-
  ming setup ever. They could fry all the wireless connections in a city if they ever 
  popped them all at once.
  > Glitch
  > The hell they could. And even if they did, it would be a waste of their money. 
  Area jamming has largely been rendered obsolete as an offensive tactic, since 
  magic and spiritual communication can always get through.
  > Winterhawk
  > Yeah, but coupling the jam with a dusting of FAB III would shut down all com-
  munication, rendering your target completely deaf, dumb, and blind. Plus, the 
  jamming alone will disrupt plenty of people in a major land mass pretty 
  effectively, since magic communication over long-range is unreliable without 
  spirits, and most people cannot call upon spirits at the drop of a hat to 
  deliver messages.
  > Flanchetto
  
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  ARTEMIS INDUSTRIES NIGHTWING (GLIDER)
  ARTEMIS INDUSTRIES 
  NIGHTWING (GLIDER)
  T e Nightwing is an ultra-light, very similar in form to those 
  vehicles originally created in the late twentieth century. T e Nightwing 
  of ers a shrouded electric motor to minimize the aircraf ’s sound 
  pollution and to reduce heat emissions in an attempt to minimize 
  other environmental impacts. Originally introduced by Artemis in 
  the 2050s, the Nightwing is targeted to those who live in rural areas 
  that need transportation that can traverse rough terrain and still meet 
  stringent environmental preservation restrictions. T e vehicle has 
  recently become a favorite of many Ute tribal members as they attempt 
  to integrate into the more urban Pueblo society.
  Std. Upgrades: Signature Masking 1
  ARTEMIS INDUSTRIES NIGHTWING
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +3
  15/30
  60
  1
  3
  0
  1
  8
  19,000¥
  > The classic for a stealth airborne intrusion. They might not be nearly as good as 
  recent tech, but if you are working on a budget they can be good enough.
  > Haze
  > Good enough will get your hoop shot off. Always get the best; nothing else is 
  good enough when your ass is on the line.
  > Mika
  > While it might not be the best for inﬁ ltrating corporate facilities, there is some 
  use with people who want to avoid the PCC patrols in the wastelands. The 
  Nightwing’s signature reduction and ﬂ ight proﬁ le generally registers it as having 
  a low threat proﬁ le.
  > Traveler Jones
  
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  CASA J-239 RAVEN (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  CASA J-239 RAVEN
  (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  The Raven was developed from a glider airframe over ten 
  years ago. T e design has been a success with two dif erent market 
  segments—the customer base was mercenary units and small 
  governments that required a small aircraf  to engage lightly armed 
  insurgents and rioting portions of their populations. The Raven 
  continues to sell to these groups fairly well, but it faces increasing 
  competition. Surprisingly, a new market segment has developed in 
  civil aviation. T e aircraf ’s relatively low cost due to its expendable 
  nature has proven a boon for enthusiasts who desire their own plane. 
  Its simple construction ensures that mechanics are able to repair it 
  inexpensively, and the enhanced maneuverability that was necessary for 
  its military application is a positive selling point to the general public.
  Std. Upgrades: 2 Weapon Mounts (external, f xed, remote), 
  Improved Economy
  CASA J-239 RAVEN
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  30/100
  400
  1
  6
  1
  2
  11R
  260,000¥
  > Is the civilian model any different from the military model—besides the paint 
  job, that is?
  > Snopes
  > Actually, the civilian model lacks the hard points for ordnance, but the seat is 
  nicer and the AR interface is slightly more user friendly. It still costs the same, 
  though. And no, before you ask, you cannot just convert it; they made the wing 
  internal structure completely different to get civil air approval.
  > Clockwork
  > The civil model has become more popular in Europe over the past couple of 
  years, since the Piper Brat is so expensive only the wealthy can afford one.
  > Flanchetto
  
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  AEROSPATIALE/S-K “GRANDE CONCORDE” (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  AEROSPATIALE/S-K “GRANDE 
  CONCORDE” (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  As Saeder-Krupp has expanded its reach into space, the Grande 
  Concorde has played a public role on the leading edge of this work. 
  T e French manufacturer continues to produce new space-frames 
  for their corporate clients, as most remaining independent service 
  providers f nd the sub-orbital market beyond their reach, literally 
  and f nancially. If you have the connections it is possible to purchase 
  passage aboard one, although Awakened persons might want to pass 
  on the experience of leaving the manasphere.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (mid), Life Support (level 2), Rigger 
  Adaptation
  “GRANDE CONCORDE”
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  100/1000
  1600
  4
  42
  12
  2
  28R
  29,275,000¥
  > Sub-orbitals? Really? I mean, most of us will only see them on the trids, or as 
  little models given as hokey holiday gifts. We’re more likely to get our hands on 
  some stuff from the Mil Spec Tech post than ride one of these things.
  > Slamm-0!
  > If I didn’t include them, somebody would whine that I was not being thorough. 
  You can’t make everyone happy.
  > Clockwork
  > And here I was happy that something orbital related was mentioned.
  > Rigger X
  
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  GENERAL DYNAMICS SV250 (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  GENERAL DYNAMICS SV250 
  (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  T e General Dynamics SV250 is a project that almost never 
  was. The initial prototype was far over budget and selected for 
  termination when megacorporate backers emerged to f nance the 
  vehicle’s completion, and they have purchased the vehicle at discount 
  rates since. T ese sales have spurred further development of the model, 
  allowing its avionics to remain current with software standards. 
  General Dynamics has announced that the SV250 has enough orders 
  to remain in production until at least 2080, though no new orders will 
  be solicited in the wake of the successful maiden f ight of the SV254.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (Mid), Life Support (level 2), Rigger 
  Adaptation
  GENERAL DYNAMICS SV250
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  100/1000
  1400
  4
  48
  18
  2
  27R
  28,500,000¥
  > This is a solid performer, with reasonable operating costs. AresSpace Lifters has 
  purchased three of these annually for the past ﬁ ve years as a way to bulk up 
  their ﬂ eet of low-orbit assets.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > I would agree that they are a reliable platform, although an O-ring recall last 
  year helped spur the decision for General Dynamics to move to a new model.
  > Orbital DK
  > Was there ever any additional corrosion found, other than the two that crashed? 
  All of my sources near the industry have claimed that the design never should 
  have had that happen, since that particular ﬂ aw was ﬁ xed way back with the 
  NASA space shuttles.
  > Sunshine
  > No, there was nothing else ever found, and the recall cost nearly a billion nuyen 
  in replacement parts alone. Makes you wonder what really happened, eh?
  > Flanchetto
  
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  FED-BOEING “CHINA CLIPPER” (PASSENGER LINER)
  FED-BOEING “CHINA CLIPPER” 
  (PASSENGER LINER)
  T e China Clipper has maintained its reputation as a stalwart 
  workhorse for nearly twenty years. While the China Clipper isn’t 
  considered cutting-edge technology anymore, regular sof ware updates 
  have ensured that the classic Boeing design remains in production. T e 
  semi-ballistic transport is regularly seen at airports on both sides of the 
  Pacif c as it is one of the few high-speed transports in regular use by 
  both corporate and independent airlines for the Tokyo to Los Angeles 
  and Seattle to Hong Kong routes. Customer-service amenities aboard 
  this model are slightly below standard for the industry, but when 
  f ight time is measured in minutes rather than hours, few passengers 
  complain.
  Std. Upgrades: Life Support (Level 2), Rigger Adaptation, 
  Rigger Cocoon
  FED-BOEING “CHINA CLIPPER”
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  100/1200
  8100
  4
  40
  20
  2
  24R
  31,380,000¥
  > This is a little more useful information; we can at least use this for some kind of 
  extraction planning. But how do you catch a rocket and have a good ending?
  > Slamm-0!
  > And now you know one of the reasons why executives and researchers do most 
  of their communication via the Matrix, rather than the face-to-face conferences 
  of ten years ago. Apparently we got a little too predictable in where we would 
  make extraction attempts.
  > DangerSensei
  > AresSpace Lifters owns a couple of these that are leased back to Ares Arms. 
  I think this is how they make those guaranteed delivery times their ads are 
  always babbling about.
  > Glitch
  
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  ILYUSHIN IL-159 “MOLYNIYA” (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  ILYUSHIN IL-159 “MOLYNIYA” 
  (MEDIUM TRANSPORT)
  T is semi-ballistic transport is the preferred transport for the 
  Awakened crowd. Evo and Ilyushin spent a lot of extra development 
  time and money to make these comfortable for those sensitive to 
  changes in the manasphere. T e basic design is capable of better 
  performance than any of the Fed-Boeing of erings, but the extra 
  internal systems make the cost per f ight hour almost double that of 
  the older airframes.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (Mid), Life Support (Level 2), Rigger 
  Adaptation, Rigger Cocoon, Valkyrie Module
  ILYUSHIN IL-159 “MOLNIYA”
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  100/1200
  9600
  4
  42
  21
  3
  25R
  33,000,000¥
  > The expense is well worth it. The ability to travel and not be incapacitated by an 
  earth-splitting headache and nosebleed when you land is priceless.
  > Frosty
  > I concur. While it’s great that the ﬂ ight is normally measured in minutes rather 
  than in the number of shift changes for the ﬂ ight crew, the extra little touches 
  make the trip much more pleasurable.
  > Kay St. Irregular
  > And exactly why would you need the extra little touches? I didn’t think you were 
  one of the supposed “blessed.”
  > Cosmo
  > Everyone needs a little pampering now and again.
  > Kay St. Irregular
  
  20
  HUGHES AEROSPACE AIRSTAR 2050 (CARGO HELICOPTER)
  HUGHES AEROSPACE AIRSTAR 
  2050 (CARGO HELICOPTER)
  Hughes has produced this aircraf  non-stop for nearly twenty 
  years. T e avionics and control systems go through constant upgrades, 
  and the manufacturer of ers a regular maintenance program that will 
  upgrade earlier aircraf  for a standard annual payment. T e luxury 
  appointments inside the cabin ensure that passengers are rarely 
  inconvenienced during the duration of their f ight. Hughes now of ers 
  concealed armament packages for those purchasers with the required 
  documentation.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (High), Improved Takeoff and 
  Landing 2, ECM 3
  HUGHES AEROSPACE AIRSTAR 2050
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  10/30
  200
  2
  15
  4
  2
  12
  380,000¥
  > Those armed versions are damn near gunships. I think I have seen Aquilars 
  carrying less armament than the one we were tasked to take down last week. It 
  chewed up a grid square with automatic weapon ﬁ re as we got away.
  > Picador
  > You do realize that those “secret” versions have been known about for twenty 
  years? Kids today never read their elders’ wisdom.
  > FastJack
  
  21
  AGUSTA-CIERNA “PLUTOCRAT” (UTILITY HELICOPTER)
  AGUSTA-CIERNA “PLUTOCRAT” 
  (UTILITY HELICOPTER)
  T e Plutocrat is the status symbol of helicopters. Almost all 
  members of the Tour own one, and every megacorporation maintains 
  at least a couple of them to transport and protect their executives. 
  In fact, in many organizations it is a symbol of your importance to 
  the board if you are allowed to f y in one. T e helicopter is heavily 
  protected and features luxury appointments throughout; even the 
  pilot’s compartment has that extra touch of class. T e manufacturer 
  will add a small turret upon customer request, although the installation 
  is reputed to be aerodynamically inef  cient.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (luxury), Improved Takeoff and 
  Landing 2, Rigger Adaptation, Lock-on Countermeasures, ECM 2
  AGUSTA-CIERNA “PLUTOCRAT”
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  15/40
  290
  3
  16
  8
  3
  14R
  520,000¥
  > It’s no lie about the pilot’s compartment. Even the front seats are leather and 
  ﬁ tted with more ergonomic features than anything else I’ve ﬂ own.
  > Clockwork
  > I’m surprised you could even reach the rudder pedals. Does it offer self-help 
  audio as well? You could use some education in codes of conduct.
  > Netcat
  > The only education I need is how build the tax shelters for all money turning 
  your ass in will make me.
  > Clockwork
  
  22
  EUROCOPTER TIGER (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  EUROCOPTER TIGER
  (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  The Tiger is one of the world’s most recognizable attack 
  helicopters, and Ares is proud to add this stellar performer to its 
  catalog for discerning customers. T e original airframes have long 
  since been retired, but continued low rate of production has ensured 
  that the Tiger is still a part of several nations’ active inventory. T e 
  avionics package has been updated within the past decade to ensure 
  compatibility with modern communications protocols and weapon 
  systems.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 2, Lock-On 
  Countermeasures, Weapon Mount (internal, f xed, remote), 4 Weapon 
  Mounts (external, f xed, remote), Rigger Adaptation
  EUROCOPTER TIGER
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  10/30
  300
  2
  15
  15
  3
  18F
  2,100,00¥
  > The Tiger was originally ﬂ own in combat during the EuroWars. I’m pretty sure 
  that the original airframes were retired by surface-to-air missiles rather than 
  being shipped off to museums.
  > Black Mamba
  > Most were destroyed, but France managed to keep the original prototype for an 
  exhibit in Paris, and Britain’s Imperial War Museum had one—although conﬁ rm-
  ing that now is a little tough.
  > Turbo Bunny
  > It is probably rusting in a hangar somewhere. When Parliament started to crack 
  down heavily on civil liberties, even the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight was 
  conﬁ scated due to its “war-making ability.”
  > Glitch
  
  23
  MESSERSCHMITT-KAWASAKI SPERBER (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  MESSERSCHMITT-KAWASAKI 
  SPERBER (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  T e Sperber traces its roots to Imperial Japan, when it formed a 
  portion of that nation’s well-supplied and -trained military might. T e 
  initial design has been improved to keep pace with the bewildering 
  array of new threats since the design’s inception. Ares of ers the Sperber 
  at discounted prices through an agreement with the manufacturer and 
  can provide factory-certif ed technicians to clients that desire enhanced 
  training, or those who desire to outsource their maintenance costs to 
  concentrate on their primary competency.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 2, Lock-On 
  Countermeasures, Life Support (level 1), Rigger Adaptation, Rigger 
  Cocoon, ECM 2, ECCM 1, 4 Weapon Mounts (external, fixed, 
  remote), Weapon Mount (external, f exible, remote)
  MESSERSCHNITT-KAWASAKI SPERBER
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  20/40
  350
  2
  18
  16
  3
  20F
  2,300,000¥
  > The Imperial Marines still practice urban ﬂ ying with these through some of the 
  smaller cities in Japan. They get complaints, but ofﬁ cial statements regarding 
  military proﬁ ciency seem to outweigh broken windows.
  > Baka Dabora
  > These helicopters might not be as mean as some of the others on the market, 
  but a merc unit supporting Aztlan in Bogotá was enjoying a pretty impressive 
  kill ratio until they were caught on the ground by some stray artillery rounds.
  > Picador
  
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  LUFTSCHIFFBAU ZEPPELIN 2049 (PASSENGER LINER)
  LUFTSCHIFFBAU ZEPPELIN 2049 
  (PASSENGER LINER)
  The Zeppelin 2049 has not been produced by its original 
  manufacturer for nearly ten years, as their production facilities have 
  moved to newer, more prof table designs. A knockof  producer from 
  Fuzhou continues to produce the model, however, and has become a 
  popular source for spare parts with many current users of the design. 
  T is zeppelin was intended for the low-priority cargo loads that were 
  common in the 2050s. It features an aerodynamic lif ing body and 
  comprehensive carbon composite construction. T e cargo bay can 
  carry two seven-meter cargo containers and is also capable of slung 
  loads.
  Std. Upgrades: LTA, Increased Economy
  LUFTSCHIFFBAU ZEPPELIN 2049
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  5/10
  30
  1
  28
  3
  1
  14
  427,000¥
  > It’s amazing how many of these are still in the air. Wuxing has managed to 
  acquire most of the bulk cargo contracts globally, but there are a number of 
  independent operations that mange to eke out a proﬁ t ﬂ ying these old gas 
  bags.
  > 2XL
  > Modern airships are considered more ecologically friendly than a number of 
  the faster alternatives. While the 2049 doesn’t ﬁ t that bill very well, since the 
  engines are fairly heavy polluters, the perception allows some operators to 
  convince their customers that they are eco-friendly.
  > Ecotope
  > The hard thing to believe is the sheer number of assault modules that were 
  made for this airship. It’s like politicians believe that they are ﬂ ying APCs.
  > Red Anya
  > It wasn’t the national governments that ordered those modules. It was corpora-
  tions hoping to sneak strike teams across town without being noticed.
  > Black Mamba
  
  25
  LUFTSCHIFFBAU 2053-C (JUMBO AIRLINER)
  LUFTSCHIFFBAU 2053-C
  (JUMBO AIRLINER)
  T e 2053 is still Luf schif  au’s bread-and-butter product. While 
  the newer 2065 might of er a slightly higher speed, the 2053 has a 
  larger market share, and continuing production limits the ability 
  of new producers to emerge. T e 2053-C is a larger airship with an 
  increased cargo capacity over its predecessor, and advanced material 
  improvements have reduced its empty weight. T e airship also features 
  SunCell ™ technology, allowing it to f y with nearly unlimited duration.
  Std. Upgrades: Additional Fuel Tank, LTA, SunCell, Increased 
  Economy 
  LUFTSCHIFFBAU ZEPPELIN 2053-C
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  5/10
  40
  2
  30
  2
  2
  15
  650,000¥
  > These things are a lot of fun if you can ﬁ nd the ones owned by Wuxing or one 
  of the other major shippers. The big boys normally modify them with satellite 
  communications and rigger control, which can lead to all sorts of chaos when 
  you want to twist someone’s tail.
  > Slamm-O!
  > This model is much more environmentally friendly than previous designs in daily 
  operation. It’s too bad that once you look at the entire footprint, you see that 
  they are almost as bad for the environment as a cargo ship. Also, ﬂ ying one of 
  these into a building is not a conscientious idea of fun.
  > Ecotope
  > Says you. There was a reason that bumper cars were considered family fun for 
  over a century.
  > Slamm-0!
  
  26
  GOODYEAR COMMUTER-47 LTA (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  GOODYEAR COMMUTER-47 LTA 
  (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  Goodyear produced this small dirigible for executive travel 
  and personal use back when middle management had the delusion 
  of personal freedom. T e zeppelin still sees regular use, primarily in 
  those parts of the world where citizens require long-range af ordable 
  transport to reach civilization. While Aztechnology still produces 
  limited runs to meet this demand, it is no longer in full-scale 
  production.
  Std. Upgrades: LTA, Increased Economy
  GOODYEAR COMMUTER-47 LTA
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –2
  5/10
  45
  1
  18
  2
  2
  13
  260,000¥
  > People who live in the interior of the NAN and South America purchase these 
  airships almost like a family car. There are a bunch of little airports that cater 
  to some minor cities. I like these places, since I’ve found that traveling with the 
  common touch helps when you’re carrying something you shouldn’t be.
  > Traveler Jones
  > These gasbags are not a lot of fun to work on. Goodyear made nearly every 
  structural part proprietary, and you invariably bend or twist one when you start 
  adding any number of useful add-ons.
  > Turbo Bunny
  > The custom framework done for most of the SHAPELY (Shaped Airfoil Positive 
  Enhanced Lift) inspired designs tends to be a little difﬁ cult to work around. 
  The entire zeppelin is intended to be a lifting body leading to a lot of precision 
  framework, and several companies are aware of the market for replacement 
  parts.
  > Orbital DK
  
  27
  AIRSHIP INDUSTRIES SKYSWIMMER (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  AIRSHIP INDUSTRIES SKYSWIMMER 
  (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  Originally intended to be a recreational vehicle for middle-class 
  families, the Skyswimmer has managed to evolve into a variety of other 
  roles and much more lucrative market segments. With the creation of 
  the wireless Matrix and the standardization of data transfer protocols, 
  AR-enhanced navigation and piloting makes going from point A 
  to point B much easier than it was ten years ago. T is has opened 
  up new markets for low-cost and easily maintainable air transport. 
  T e Skyswimmer, with its turbine-electric drive units and SunCell ™ 
  technology, is capable of continuous operation while having minimal 
  environmental impact.
  Std. Upgrades: LTA, SunCell, Improved Economy, Amenities 
  (mid)
  AIRSHIP INDUSTRIES SKYSWIMMER
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –3
  5/10
  30
  1
  14
  1
  1
  12
  180,000¥
  > Clockwork failed to mention that the wings fold up too, so they are easier to 
  store. While it still takes a large building to hide one in ﬂ yable condition, the 
  extra room to maneuver on the ground helps.
  > 2XL
  > Great, the family blimp. How is this relevant?
  > Cosmo
  > You can place your team aboard, travel in relative comfort to anywhere, 
  and only have to worry about the weather and your friends’ sanitary habits. 
  Provided you don’t try to attract attention, you could cross an entire conti-
  nent without an issue.
  > Traveler Jones
  > Now that you mention it, the sanitary habits thing has me a little worried.
  > Hard Exit
  > Get new friends. They have to be better than those banditos you’ve been work-
  ing with lately.
  > Aufheben
  
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  FEDERATED-BOEING 797 (PASSENGER LINER)
  FEDERATED-BOEING 797 
  (PASSENGER LINER)
  T e 797 was designed nearly f f y years ago, when Boeing decided 
  to tinker with a revolutionary design. T e 797 was developed from 
  an earlier concept referred to as the “Sonic Cruiser” around the turn 
  of the century. As the power of the corporations grew, they looked 
  for a safe and fast way to transport their executives around the world. 
  Boeing initially answered with the 797, which brief y dominated the 
  aircraf  industry’s imagination. Before long, though, the 797 was 
  largely replaced with sub-orbital transports and the legalization of true 
  supersonic aircraf , but it has kept favor with those carriers that can 
  charge for the convenience of reduced travel times.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (Mid), Satellite Communications
  FEDERATED-BOEING 797
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  50/150
  750
  3
  32
  8
  2
  20
  7,250,000¥
  > They are not that hard to get a ride on. Most Hawaiian ﬂ ights are made in these, 
  since the natives would prefer that tourists ride on something that does not 
  have the same ﬂ ight proﬁ le as a weapon of mass destruction.
  > 2XL
  > The design is a little dated for the corporate elite, but for the normal wage-
  slaves it is a slice of heaven compared to the norms for public transport.
  > Dr. Spin
  
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  FEDERATED-BOEING 818 (JUMBO AIRLINER)
  FEDERATED-BOEING 818 
  (JUMBO AIRLINER)
  T is is a conventional airliner intended for short trips. While the 
  design featured a number of changes pioneered by Boeing’s previous 
  designs, primarily in the areas of material technology and composite 
  wing structures, it largely follows the tried-and-true “tube with wings” 
  formula that airliners have stuck to for over a century. Interestingly, 
  this design remained highly popular until the early Matrix removed 
  many of the reasons for regional business travel.
  Std. Upgrades: Amenities (Squatter)
  FEDERATED-BOEING 818
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –4
  40/100
  600
  2
  34
  7
  2
  19
  5,000,000¥
  > Who hasn’t been stuck on one of these? I swear the airlines try to make them 
  as uncomfortable as possible. The service is bad and the noise makes me want 
  to scream.
  > Sunshine
  > The airlines have analyzed people’s travel habits extensively, and there is a large 
  segment of the populace that is more sensitive to the fare price than to how 
  they are treated while on the plane. If you want a better experience, try ﬂ ying 
  on the 797. Or have Kat as your ﬂ ight buddy.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > These are pretty common sights in the skies, and anything that people are so 
  used to seeing that they don’t really think about it any more presents opportu-
  nities. Technicolor Wings has a couple of these that they use for some of their 
  bigger jobs.
  > 2XL
  
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  LEAR-CESSNA ROVER (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  LEAR-CESSNA ROVER
  (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  T e Rover is an unexceptional aircraf  catering to those pilot 
  enthusiasts that cannot af ord a more modern turbofan design. T e 
  Rover is a typical propeller design that would not have looked out of 
  place a century ago. T e plane is frequently seen as a status symbol 
  in certain circles, and it of en plays a transitory role as the plane you 
  buy while you’re saving up for something better. T e aircraf  is also 
  becoming a favorite of small smuggling operations as it is capable of 
  carrying a relatively prof table load.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 1
  LEARS-CESSNA ROVER
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +0
  20/100
  200
  2
  14
  5
  1
  12
  629,000¥
  > The plane isn’t much to look at, but the passenger seat will hold an additional 
  100 kilos of novacoke to a drop-off point.
  > 2XL
  > I call it pleasant to ﬂ y, providing that you are somewhere in North America. 
  Aztlan inspects every one of these that I have seen land in their territory. 
  They’ve learned from past experience that cartel mules love these.
  > Hard Exit
  > I knew a rigger that managed to arm one of these with a pop-down turret to 
  support his team when they ran in the Redmond Barrens. Knight Errant arrested 
  him within a week of their taking over the Seattle contract.
  > Clockwork
  
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  ARES DAKOTA (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  ARES DAKOTA
  (TRANSPORT PLANE)
  T e Dakota was released by Ares to compete in the short-haul 
  cargo market segment. It has gained some favor in the NAN, as its 
  short f eld and reinforced landing gear make it ideal to handle remote 
  airstrips. While its primary competition in servicing these rural 
  communities is lighter-than-air transports, the Dakota’s otherwise 
  pedestrian speed is a positive selling point. T e design’s turbofan 
  engines have been rated as the most reliable civilian engine design 
  released in the past decade by AeroRate blogzine.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeof  and Landing 1
  ARES DAKOTA
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  –1
  20/80
  600
  2
  20
  8
  2
  15R
  1,125,000¥
  > A Vory front operation ﬂ ies three of these for factions within Siberia. Rumors 
  state that one has been converted into a light gunship to help secure the cargo 
  drop points.
  > Red Anya
  > Ares has been marketing these in Bogota lately. I think there are a few smaller 
  mercenary outﬁ ts planning for rapid egress from the area if the situation gets 
  any hotter.
  > Hard Exit
  
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  SAEDER-KRUPP LAKOTA (CARGO HELICOPTER)
  SAEDER-KRUPP LAKOTA
  (CARGO HELICOPTER)
  T e Lakota is an old design that S-K continues to produce as 
  competition to the Stallion and Airstar. T e Lakota soldiered through 
  the EuroWars as a utility and light attack design, proving to be a solid 
  but not stellar performer. T e early production units were retired by 
  UCAS shortly af er the former United States split, and they were 
  sold to various Middle Eastern nations. T is resulted in the design 
  being used by both sides of the conf ict. Today, the Lakota is primarily 
  used by civilian operators to transport light, time-sensitive cargo or 
  to provide middle managers a way to reach connectivity-limited 
  worksites.
  Std. Upgrades: Improved Takeoff and Landing 2, Weapon 
  Mount (external, f xed, remote)
  SAEDER-KRUPP LAKOTA
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  15/40
  250
  1
  12
  4
  1
  14R
  625,000¥
  > I have had the “honor” of being allowed to ride in one of these that monitors 
  the pipelines in Kuwait. It was one of the most terrifying ﬂ ights in my life. The 
  spare parts inventories in Al Jubal must be sorely depleted for that thing to be 
  in the condition it was in.
  > Goat Foot
  > Actually that isn’t surprising. S-K has been offering nice retail deals on replace-
  ment airframes rather than spare parts. It’s a normal business practice for 
  them. I also doubt the newer airframes are as strongly constructed as those 
  manufactured in the 2030s.
  > Turbo Bunny
  > There is an outﬁ t patrolling around Nairobi that still uses these birds as close-air 
  support and medical evac.
  > Black Mamba
  
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  HAWKER-SIDDLEY FIREBRAND (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  HAWKER-SIDDLEY FIREBRAND 
  (LIGHT TRANSPORT)
  T e Firebrand is Aztechnology’s competition to the Piper Brat, 
  and it has successfully managed market penetration in the Central 
  American and some African markets. T e Firebrand features a strong 
  reinforced structure with heavy wing construction. While these design 
  elements limit the plane’s maneuverability, they also allow for easy 
  external modif cation of the airframe. Business managers have been the 
  largest purchasers of the aircraf  to a degree that Hawker-Siddley has 
  announced a newer version with improved a communications suite to 
  cater to the modern desire for continual access to the Matrix.
  Std. Upgrades: None
  HAWKER-SIDDLEY FIREBRAND
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +1
  20/100
  290
  2
  15
  6
  2
  14
  740,000¥
  > There are private security companies that have attempted to modify these as 
  cheap ground-attack aircraft, as is the case with the one pictured here. I have 
  yet to see one that worked without drastically affecting the airframe’s stability.
  > Clockwork
  > I have seen a few of these modiﬁ ed for surveillance work. Adding a drop rack 
  for micro-drones seems to be popular, along with expanded sensor capabilities. 
  Lone Star once owned a couple, but Aztlan always seemed to know where they 
  were.
  > Hard Exit
  > That’s easy to believe. Unless you know to look for the linked RFID tag banks in 
  the tail section you always broadcast your location.
  > Turbo Bunny
  
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  EVO RECKONER (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  EVO RECKONER
  (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  T e Reckoner is a dual-purpose design intended to meet the 
  needs of national and corporate air forces. T e Reckoner features a 
  dual control system to facilitate the advanced training of pilots and 
  riggers to handle the complex tasks of modern warfare. T e design is 
  also intended to perform as a second-line asset for national air forces, 
  and the primary combat asset of smaller organizations. 
  Std. Upgrades: Lock-On Countermeasures, Ejection Seats, 2 
  Weapon Mounts (external, f xed, remote)
  EVO RECKONER
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  40/150
  750
  3
  18
  9
  3
  15R
  1,600,000¥
  > Evo has been pushing the design lately with some deeply discounted spare-
  parts packages. It looks like they might be interested in breaking into major 
  arms manufacturing.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > This design was submitted to the CAS about a year ago for the ACT (Advanced 
  Combat Trainer) program. Hopefully the winner will be announced in the next 
  six months like the original RFP stated.
  > Hard Exit
  > I still don’t understand why the world’s militaries insist on actual training 
  aircraft. Between simulators, VR, and rigging technology, we should be ﬁ ghting 
  each other in a plug-and-play world. We do it in the shadows all the time.
  > Slamm-0!
  > VR and simulators can teach you a lot and let you safely practice, but there are 
  situations where real-world experience helps you a lot more than playing in VR. 
  Militaries are also not willing to risk losing a multi-million nuyen aircraft to an 
  area jammer or unforeseen turbulence.
  > DangerSensei
  
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  MIG-63 (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  MiG-63 (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  T e MiG-63 was designed af er the end of the EuroWars to 
  incorporate the lessons learned from that conf ict. It was originally 
  intended to be a limited experimental program with a pair of f ying 
  prototypes to test fused-sensor technology and improved cooperative 
  engagement systems, but the program expanded as the market 
  demand for a lightweight f ghter grew. T is MiG was assigned the 
  marketing name “Founder” in keeping with former NATO codename 
  conventions.
  Std. Upgrades: Ejection Seats, Lock-On Countermeasures, 
  Rigger Adaptation, 3 Weapon Mounts (concealed, f xed, remote), 
  ECM 1, ECCM 5
  MiG-63
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +2
  80/320
  1,200
  3
  18
  12
  4
  28F
  3,100,000¥
  > Talk about a straw man. How many of these have been produced and sold? 
  According to the blogosphere there are more of these sitting on the stopped 
  production line than ﬂ ying.
  > Snopes
  > Actually, company records state that there have been nearly three hundred 
  produced and delivered, with an additional sixty on order. It might not be a 
  major military item, but it has been constructed in reasonable numbers.
  > Mr. Bonds
  > You have to keep in mind that the Euroﬁ ghter’s four thousand plus airframes 
  are a number that has not been seen since the mid-twentieth century military 
  spending. Everything is going to look small fry after that level of production.
  > FastJack
  > Today bullets and ﬂ esh are cheap; everything else is expensive. Militaries would 
  rather spend blood than nuyen. That attitude is why many of us get employed, 
  both by causes and corporations.
  > Aufheben
  
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  SU-41 “FIXER” (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  SU-41 “FIXER”
  (TACTICAL AIRCRAFT)
  The SU-41 has been in production since the EuroWars and 
  remains within the inventory of several nations around the globe. T e 
  Fixer features enhanced maneuverability and super-cruise capability in 
  an attempt to dominate the dogf ght arena. It also has some reduced 
  radar cross-section features that, while not enough to be a true stealth 
  design, enhances the craf ’s survivability.
  Std. Upgrades: Ejection Seats, Improved Ef  ciency, Reduced 
  Signature Rtg. 1, Lock-On Countermeasures. 2 Weapon Mounts 
  (concealed, f xed, remote), 3 Weapon Mounts (external, f xed, remote), 
  ECM 2, ECCM 1
  SU-41 “FIXER”
  HAND
  ACCEL
  SPEED PILOT BODY ARMOR SENSOR AVAIL
  COST
  +3
  60/240
  1,500
  2
  16
  8
  4
  24F
  1,950,000¥
  > This used to duel with the Euroﬁ ghter all the time, and will probably stay active 
  as long as the Euroﬁ ghter is around. Still, these are second-line dregs that are 
  never anyone’s ﬁ rst choice to throw into a ﬁ ght.
  > Black Mamba
  > As always, military trash is someone else’s treasure. There are rumors that some 
  Fixers have dropped into the hands of a Vory-sponsored smuggling group. I 
  guess this means that if you positively need it overnight, they can deliver.
  > 2XL
  > Actually, they have been used to take down a couple of the freelancers that used 
  slower transports around Alaska. Then the competition got prepared.
  > Sounder
  > Prepared? What, smugglers are shooting at each other now?
  > Netcat
  > Not any more—it sounds like the Yakuza found their competition’s primary 
  airstrip. They have been offering some “slightly used” aircraft parts for the past 
  two weeks.
  > Red Anya
  
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