UC-67 Mistaya

The UC-67 "Mistaya" is a versatile, multi-purpose aerospace vehicle designed and manufactured by Rajhi Viet Aerospace. Originally envisioned as a transatmospheric military transport, the Mistaya has become one of the most widely used and adaptable vehicles in UFN Armed Forces history. Designed to fill the niche of a tactical airlifter, the Mistaya provides the UFN with a dependable, combat-capable transport that has proven its mettle across a variety of mission profiles and environments.
Its modular architecture and rugged design have made it a favorite among pilots, engineers, and commanders alike. The Mistaya has evolved into a true multi-role platform, with over 120 distinct variants fielded across planetary and interstellar theaters. From troop deployment and medevac to orbital gunships and stealth-equipped special forces transports, the Mistaya stands as one of the most enduring aerospace frames in modern use.

Development and Early History

In the early 25th century, the UFN issued a procurement call for a transatmospheric utility dropship capable of functioning across a wide variety of environments and roles. Rajhi Viet Aerospace responded with several concepts, among them the X-204 prototype, which would go on to become the UC-67A. Narrowly beating out designs from Chengatai Aerospace, O'Dowd Interplanetary, Suang Aerospace, and Huaka'i Aviation, the X-204's victory marked the beginning of a legacy.
Production officially began in 2458, although early iterations of the UC-67 faced significant setbacks during the lengthy Spaceworthiness Certification Program. Issues ranging from atmospheric balance under load to modular bay depressurization plagued the early models. However, after rigorous testing and redesigns, the UC-67A eventually proved to be a resounding success, earning high praise for its adaptability and dependability.

Combat Debut: The Liberation of Torix

The UC-67 saw its combat debut during the Liberation of Torix, where it played a critical role in transporting troops and supplies to fractured and isolated landing zones during chaotic and disorganized assaults. Operating under extreme conditions, Mistaya crews conducted thousands of sorties, providing much-needed reinforcements and conducting rapid medevac missions for wounded personnel.
Its most notable contribution came during the defense of landing zone Kilitbahir. Cut-off from reinforcements, the defenders were sustained by UC-67 cargo drops made under fire. In an act of battlefield ingenuity, some crews modified their Mistayas into makeshift bombers, mounting ad-hoc ordnance to strike at advancing enemy formations when no other air assets were available. These improvisations proved so effective that they inspired the creation of a new official variant: the UC-67G.

Expansion and Specialized Variants

The UC-67G was the first heavily armed orbital attack variant of the platform, equipped with dual 30mm cannons and a centrally mounted 70mm railgun beneath the main reactor core. Wing-mounted missile hardpoints and precision-guided bomb systems gave the 67G a strong standoff capability, turning it into a formidable low-orbit attack platform.
The UC-67N was developed for the UFN Navy and tailored for use aboard carriers and in vacuum environments. Sacrificing some power output and endurance, the 67N integrated an advanced electronic warfare suite and internal missile bays capable of housing up to sixteen anti-ship missiles. One particular 67N, named "Thrillderness Man," gained national fame during the First Beldrossi War for assisting in the destruction of the Beldrossi battleship Emperor Sel-Temek.
Despite multiple attempts to replace the UC-67 platform in later decades, including a high-profile replacement project in 2668, the UFN eventually chose to fund a new advanced derivative of the Mistaya. The result was the UC-72M "Super Mistaya," a modernized evolution of the airframe incorporating upgraded avionics, enhanced sensor arrays, and reworked structural integrity while maintaining full compatibility with Mistaya infrastructure.
Among the many variants derived from the 72M, the UC-80P stands as the most successful. Specially designed for use by the Federal Sentinel Service Corps, the 80P was the first Mistaya platform to integrate an FTL drive, allowing it to support long-range interdiction and rapid reaction deployments. Pathfinder units within the Corps are believed to utilize classified variants of the Mistaya equipped with advanced stealth technology and exotic propulsion systems.

Technical Specifications and Design Philosophy

The UC-67’s base airframe maintains a consistent structure across its variants. It measures approximately 98 feet in length with a wingspan of 70 feet. The modular cargo bay is built to accommodate a variety of mission packages, with internal dimensions measuring roughly 39 feet long, 9 feet high, and 11 feet wide. Cargo and personnel access is traditionally granted via a loading ramp at the rear of the fuselage, although some models feature alternative loading solutions.
The UC-67 features a dual-pressure vessel design, separating the forward crew compartment from the rear modular bay. This ensures better environmental control, redundancy in case of decompression, and simplifies conversion between pressurized and non-pressurized configurations. The forward section contains all essential avionics, communications, life support, and navigation systems, with crew stations centrally located for operational efficiency.
Aesthetically, the Mistaya employs a blended body fuselage optimized for high-speed atmospheric travel and hypersonic stability. Large vertical fins provide directional control, while the variable-sweep outer wings adapt dynamically to atmospheric conditions. These wings can fold completely for carrier storage or compact hangar environments.
Thrust is provided by five engines of varying configurations. Two are optimized for atmospheric flight and mounted laterally near the aft fuselage, while three others serve vacuum and zero-gravity environments. All five engines can operate in tandem under demanding conditions, and maneuvering thrusters are distributed across the fuselage and wing-root to assist with reaction control and limited VTOL capabilities.
Flight operations require a minimum of two experienced pilots. Full operational capacity typically involves a navigator, flight engineer, and loadmaster, all of whom operate from the forward flight deck. This area features six panoramic cockpit windows, offering excellent visibility across multiple operational regimes. Standard amenities in long-haul models include restrooms, bunking areas, and a compact kitchenette.
The UC-67 Mistaya is a testament to Federation engineering, adaptability, and the practical needs of battlefield logistics. It has served faithfully for over a century, not just as a transport, but as a gunship, bomber, surveillance craft, and even covert operations platform. Its legacy is one of relentless utility—a ship that does not seek glory but delivers victory through presence, persistence, and payload.
As newer generations like the UC-72 and UC-80 take to the skies, the spirit of the Mistaya endures in every mission profile, in every sortie flown, and in every soldier ferried to the frontlines. Its service record is written across dozens of campaigns and thousands of operations. The Mistaya remains the Federation’s iron-winged answer to tactical uncertainty and the enduring lifeline of UFN field operations.

Creation Date

2458

Width

21.3 meters

Length

29.9 meters

Height

11 meters

Complement / Crew

1-5

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

42 Passengers, 32 Combat Troops or 28 Paratroopers