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	*; SuperPelican: Nicknamed the "Waddle", this [[2623]] variant was produced under license in the [[Federated Suns]] until Imstar revoked it during the [[Fourth Succession War]]. Intended for close air support, it mounted a one-shot [[SRM-6]] in the nose, and two [[Autocannon/5]] under its wings.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 344<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref>		*; SuperPelican: Nicknamed the "Waddle", this [[2623]] variant was produced under license in the [[Federated Suns]] until Imstar revoked it during the [[Fourth Succession War]]. Intended for close air support, it mounted a one-shot [[SRM-6]] in the nose, and two [[Autocannon/5]] under its wings.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 344<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref>
−	*; Tactical Support Aircraft: This variant uses [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]] and an [[Angel ECM Suite]] to hide from enemy forces, while also mounting an [[Arrow IV]] launcher to provide fire support. For tactical coordination, the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft carries a [[Look-Down Radar]] and a [[Cockpit Command Console]]. Unfortunately the designers had to remove the VSTOL equipment from the standard version to make room for all this equipment, and the armor is still limited by the conventional airframe. Simulations show that once enemy [[aerospace fighter]]s know that the TSA is in the area, it is quickly destroyed. The Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft entered production in [[3072]] and the entire production runs have been purchased by the [[Marik Commonwealth]]. The TSAs are assigned in [[Squadron]]-size groups to aerospace fighter wings that specialize in ground support.<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 160</ref> BV (2.0) = 475<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 16</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 80</ref>	+	*; Tactical Support Aircraft: This variant uses [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]] and an [[Angel ECM Suite]] to hide from enemy forces, while also mounting an [[Arrow IV]] launcher to provide fire support. For tactical coordination, the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft carries a [[Look-Down Radar]] and a [[Cockpit Command Console]]. Unfortunately the designers had to remove the VSTOL equipment from the standard version to make room for all this equipment, and the armor is still limited by the conventional airframe. Simulations show that once enemy [[aeroSpace fighter]]s know that the TSA is in the area, it is quickly destroyed. The Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft entered production in [[3072]] and the entire production runs have been purchased by the [[Marik Commonwealth]]. The TSAs are assigned in [[Squadron]]-size groups to aeroSpace fighter wings that specialize in ground support.<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 160</ref> BV (2.0) = 475<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 16</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 80</ref>
	*; Support: A downgrade of the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft, the Planetlifter Support trades the stealth armor and advanced electronics for a larger Arrow IV magazine.<ref name=TRO:Proto/>		*; Support: A downgrade of the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft, the Planetlifter Support trades the stealth armor and advanced electronics for a larger Arrow IV magazine.<ref name=TRO:Proto/>
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	* ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]''		* ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]''
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{{InfoBoxConvFighter | image = [[File:Planetlifter.jpg|250px]] | Name = Planetlifter Air Transport | Manufacturer = [[Imstar Aerospace]] | Use = Military Transport | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | Cost = 343,833<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref> | Introduced = [[2598]]<ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2544/planetlifter-air-transport-standard ''Master Unit List'' entry]</ref><ref name=Intro>The Master Unit List originally stated the design was introduced in 2320, but this was since changed to 2598. ''Technical Readout: 3039'' mentions "DMI's ancient deathtrap design from the late 2300s" which "holds many similarities to Imstar's Planetlifter".</ref> | Mass = 50 tons | Engine (Type) = GM 200 Turbine | comsys = [[Irian UHF]] | T&T = None | heat sinks = None | Fuel = 320 - 2 tons | Armament = External hardpoints only | Armor = [[Riese Reliable]] | Crew = 1 | BV (1.0) = 189<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 13</ref> | BV (2.0) = 156<ref name=MUL/> }} ==Description== A typical example of the [[Conventional Aircraft|conventional support aircraft]] available to planetary garrisons and militias across the [[Inner Sphere]], the [[Free Worlds League]]-produced '''Planetlifter''' is able to quickly transport combat elements more cheaply than a [[DropShip]] flight. For this reason, Planetlifters are placed under the direct command of a planet's garrison commander, allowing for enhanced strategic mobility between battlefields.<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 186-187</ref> First produced in [[2598]] (though similar designs have in fact existed since the early 2300s<ref name=Intro/>), the Planetlifter is a very rugged aircraft, though it is only protected by three tons of armor. Its VSTOL capability allows the craft to operate away from established airfields, usually one of the first targets in a planetary invasion. The aircraft can take off and land from any area with at least 400 feet of open space.<ref name=TRO3026>''Technical Readout: 3026'', p. 58</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== Befitting its role as a support aircraft, the Planetlifter features no integral weaponry. Although it comes with external wing-mounted hardpoints, these are rarely used for carrying weaponry.<ref name=TRO3039/> ==Cargo== The Planetlifter features a total cargo capacity of seventy tons. Its forward armored hold can carry up to twenty tons and is able to divide this bay with removable bulkheads to suit various cargoes. The remaining fifty tons can be carried in the unprotected rear bay.<ref name=TRO3026/> Where the Planetlifter differs from other similar aircraft of its size and role is its unique separating fuselage. While [[Combat Vehicle]]s and [[Infantry]] can board via normal cargo ramps at the nose and tail, the Planetlifter can use its variable landing gear to lower itself onto the ground and then detach the lower half of its fuselage and cargo bay. After rolling away, the now exposed cargo bay floor is highly suitable for carrying either one large [[BattleMech]], such as a ''[[Warhammer]]'', or a pair of smaller 'Mechs, such as the ''[[Wasp]]'' and ''[[Stinger]]'', who merely lie down on the floor. After the ground crews secure the 'Mech(s) and the Planetlifter returns and reconnects, the combined aircraft is ready for takeoff. An experienced crew can land, load the Planetlifter and take off in under fifteen minutes.<ref name=TRO3026/><ref name=TRO3039/> This feature makes the Planetlifter highly attractive to buyers. A large number of airmobile militia and front-line [['Mech]] units in the Free Worlds League utilize the Planetlifter, with "Load Contests" held every few years to see which crew can load them the fastest.<ref name=TRO3039/> A few units went further, the [[Silver Hawk Irregulars]] used custom built Planetlifters to transport and airdrop ''[[Stinger]]'' and ''[[Wasp]]'' BattleMechs.<ref>''Field Manual: Free Worlds League'', p. 89</ref> ==Variants== *; SuperPelican: Nicknamed the "Waddle", this [[2623]] variant was produced under license in the [[Federated Suns]] until Imstar revoked it during the [[Fourth Succession War]]. Intended for close air support, it mounted a one-shot [[SRM-6]] in the nose, and two [[Autocannon/5]] under its wings.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 344<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref> *; Tactical Support Aircraft: This variant uses [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]] and an [[Angel ECM Suite]] to hide from enemy forces, while also mounting an [[Arrow IV]] launcher to provide fire support. For tactical coordination, the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft carries a [[Look-Down Radar]] and a [[Cockpit Command Console]]. Unfortunately the designers had to remove the VSTOL equipment from the standard version to make room for all this equipment, and the armor is still limited by the conventional airframe. Simulations show that once enemy [[aeroSpace fighter]]s know that the TSA is in the area, it is quickly destroyed. The Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft entered production in [[3072]] and the entire production runs have been purchased by the [[Marik Commonwealth]]. The TSAs are assigned in [[Squadron]]-size groups to aeroSpace fighter wings that specialize in ground support.<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 160</ref> BV (2.0) = 475<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations'', p. 16</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 80</ref> *; Support: A downgrade of the Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft, the Planetlifter Support trades the stealth armor and advanced electronics for a larger Arrow IV magazine.<ref name=TRO:Proto/> ==Design Quirks== The Planetlifter Support Aircraft variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> * [[Improved Communications]] ==Gallery== <gallery> Planetlifter.jpg|Original ''Planetlifter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]]'' Planetlifter Tactical Support TROPrototypes.png|Planetlifter Tactical Support Aircraft from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Prototypes]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== * ''[[AeroTech 2 Record Sheets]]'' * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Corporations]]'' * ''[[Field Manual: Free Worlds League]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3057]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' [[Category:Support Vehicles]] [[Category:Conventional Fighters]] [[Category:Air Support Vehicles]] [[Category:Free Worlds League Support Vehicles]]

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