A9 Arrow

The A9 Arrow, developed by Anvil Aerospace, is a sleek, hyper-agile light fighter optimized for space superiority missions requiring speed, maneuverability, and tactical precision. As one of the vanguard aircraft in Anvil’s Phase Two series of advanced fighter models, the Arrow embodies a fusion of cutting-edge engineering and combat-tested doctrine. Designed with a lightweight frame and a reduced footprint for fast deployment, the Arrow is the ideal strikecraft for rapid response scenarios, close-range interception, and patrol operations in hostile territory.
Though technically categorized as a light fighter, the Arrow punches well above its weight thanks to its unique blend of firepower, maneuverability, and integrated electronic warfare capabilities. It is equipped with a dedicated EMP generator and a quantum dampening device, giving it an unexpected edge in fleet skirmishes and covert interdiction missions. These features make the Arrow a core component of the UFN Air Force’s arsenal, deployed from planetary airbases, orbital stations, and fortified extrasolar outposts where fast action and surgical strikes are essential.

Role in the UFN Air Force

While many light fighters find their home aboard carrier groups or in auxiliary patrol units, the Arrow distinguishes itself by serving as the primary space superiority craft for the UFN Air Force. It is deployed in large numbers to planetary defense installations, forward-operating starbases, and deep-space strongholds where mobility and immediate response are critical. Its compact size and folding wing design make it particularly suited to storage in tight hangar bays or launch tubes, allowing it to be prepped for deployment in seconds.
The Arrow’s battlefield role is centered on space control and agile superiority. It excels in fast-pace dogfights, rapid intercepts, and point-defense missions. It often functions as the first unit to respond to emerging threats, launching ahead of heavier fighters or bombers to engage hostiles and buy time for reinforcements. Squadrons of Arrows are frequently assigned to defend orbital assets, convoy routes, or atmospheric entry corridors, where speed and flexibility matter most.

Agility and Maneuverability

The defining characteristic of the A9 Arrow is its unparalleled agility. Anvil Aerospace engineers constructed its aerodynamic hull with high-G maneuvering in mind, blending a razor-thin frame with advanced thruster arrays capable of executing sudden shifts in vector, pitch, and roll. This allows the Arrow to evade hostile fire, reposition dynamically, and maintain offensive pressure against faster or more numerous opponents.
The Arrow’s sublight speed is exceptional among light fighters, and its ability to transition between vectors in vacuum or atmosphere gives pilots an extreme edge in one-on-one dogfights. Pilots often describe the experience of flying the Arrow as “riding the edge of control,” where every input results in immediate, precise motion. Its control responsiveness and frame rigidity allow it to survive and thrive in flight regimes that would break lesser craft.

Weapons and Firepower

Though built for speed, the Arrow does not sacrifice firepower. The fighter is equipped with a pair of Size 3 fixed weapon hard-points mounted on its wings, giving it a strong forward-facing arsenal capable of disabling light armor and intercepting nimble targets. These weapons can be configured with ballistic, laser, or energy repeaters depending on tactical needs, allowing the Arrow to adapt to evolving threat profiles.
Above the cockpit is a pilot-controlled turret that mounts two Size 1 guns. While smaller than the primary hardpoints, the turret provides additional fire coverage, particularly during head-on engagements or when pursuing evasive targets. The inclusion of a turreted weapon system on a light fighter is a rare design feature, and in the hands of a skilled pilot, it enables 360-degree threat management within close quarters.
Rounding out its arsenal, the Arrow includes missile racks capable of housing up to six Size 2 missiles. These munitions give it ranged strike capacity, allowing it to launch targeted attacks against fighters, drones, or light installations without closing the distance. The missile complement, when used in tandem with its guns and turret, makes the Arrow a highly flexible assault platform despite its small size.

Electronic Warfare Systems

Beyond its physical weaponry, the Arrow is equipped with two critical electronic warfare tools: an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) generator and a quantum dampening device (QDMP). These systems allow the fighter to punch above its weight in larger fleet engagements and specialized interdiction missions.
The EMP generator can be activated to disable nearby enemy craft, temporarily knocking out shields, weapon systems, and propulsion. It is particularly effective in high-density dogfights or when escorting strike craft through contested territory. The quantum dampener, meanwhile, prevents enemy ships within range from initiating emergency hyperjumps, trapping them in place for a prolonged engagement. These two systems together make the Arrow a potent force multiplier, capable of turning the tide of battle by pinning enemies down and disrupting formation cohesion.

Design and Storage Adaptability

One of the Arrow’s most notable structural features is its folding wing system. In its deployed state, the wings extend fully to provide optimal aerodynamic control and weapons distribution. However, when docked or stored aboard a carrier or station, the wings can fold inward to significantly reduce the fighter’s footprint. This makes the Arrow ideal for rapid launch environments and compact hangar bays, allowing for higher deployment density in forward outposts and small-scale strike carriers.
The fuselage of the Arrow is reinforced but lightweight, composed of composite alloys designed to absorb impacts without compromising agility. It is a single-seat cockpit with high visibility and advanced avionics systems tailored to combat awareness and real-time navigation. Despite its diminutive size, the Arrow is designed for pilot survivability, with redundant life-support systems and a reinforced canopy designed to withstand hull breaches.
The A9 Arrow is the epitome of next-generation light fighter design—a machine forged for speed, precision, and adaptability in the unpredictable theaters of space warfare. It represents Anvil Aerospace’s commitment to performance-driven engineering and the UFN’s strategic shift toward agile superiority doctrine. Whether scrambling from a moonbase to intercept raiders or leading the charge in a defensive space grid, the Arrow delivers unwavering performance in every sortie.
Deceptively small but devastatingly effective, the Arrow proves that in the modern era of space warfare, it’s not size that determines supremacy—it’s speed, precision, and the will to strike first. As the frontline interceptor of the UFN Air Force, the A9 Arrow soars as a vanguard of Federation strength and battlefield agility.

Creation Date

2900

Width

12 meters

Length

16 meters

Height

4 meters

Speed

1,410 m/s

Complement / Crew

1 pilot

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

860 KµSCU