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A '''Starfighter''' is a spaceworthy fighter plane.{{book ref|Skyward|prologue}} A number of [[:category:DDF_Ships|different starfighters]] are in production by the machines of [[Igneous Cavern]]
== Mechanical Systems ==
Central boosters are necessary for high acceleration for ships. Regular boosters can be found in junkyards and on hovercars, but grade-A central boosters can only be found on [[DDF]] military tech.{{book ref|skyward|22}}
The speed of a starfighter is measured in {{anchor|Mag}}mag. One mag is equivalent to about three hundred miles per hour.{{wob ref|12469}}
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[[Rig]] informs [[Spensa]] that an A-17 through A-32 central booster would fit in [[M-Bot]].{{book ref|skyward|22}}
It is described as a larger, more powerful version of the [[light-line]].{{cite}}
=== Destructors ===
The Destructor is a weapon used by the [[DDF]] and the [[Superiority]] to damage and destroy enemy ships.{{cite}} Depending on the sequence of buttons pressed, the Destructor can fire a single projectile or a burst volley. The buttons can be held to charge and fire a concentrated beam.
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