Type-1 Viper-class Space Superiority Fighter

The Type-1 Viper-class Space Superiority Fighter is a family of starfighters currently operated by the Arkanian Imperial Navy and developed by its predecessor, the Arkanian Republic Navy. Introduced in 2036, the Type-1A was the first Arkanian starfighter to be commissioned after the FRA-era M7V1 Fighter-Bomber and subsequently replaced the older fighters, though a few of those still remain in service.
== Features and Weaponry ==
=== Features ===
The Type-1A features air intakes and an aerodynamic form for limited atmospheric capabilities. In the vacuum of space, the Type-1A is very maneuverable and has a high acceleration rate. Due to this, however, pilots are vigorously trained before being allowed to pilot this fighter. 
=== Weaponry ===
The Type-1A has two FO-36 Anti-Starfighter Cannons, located on the front of the fuselage near the nose. They have a high rate of fire and are effective for destroying enemy fighters. Two FO-35 Light Anti-Starship Cannons are located on the wings of the fighter, which have a slower rate of fire but can take down small, lightly armored warships. The Type-1A also has six AM-34 Multi-Purpose Missiles, which can be used for destroying lightly-armored starships, other fighters and weapons emplacements.
== Variants ==
=== Type-1A Viper-class Space Superiority Fighter ===
The Viper-class is the main variant of the Type-1 starfighter family and is in active use in the Arkanian Imperial Navy. The Type-1A is a well-armed starfighter and has good balance between armaments, speed and maneuverability.
=== Type-1B Cobra-class Fighter/Bomber ===
The Cobra-class will be a more heavily-armed two-seat variant of the Type-1B and is currently finishing its development phase.
=== Type-1C Python-class Interceptor ===
The Python-class is a planned interceptor variant of the Type-1.
== Service History ==
=== Second Arkanian Republic ===
==== Lunar-American War ====
The Type-1A served in the Lunar-American War, launching from the Chandrila-class Carriers of Task Force 15. The fighters engaged the enemy effectively but sustained casualties. They were assisted by a few M7V1 Fighter-Bombers and some small starships, most notably the Defiant-class Frigates and the Vanguard-class Cruisers.
===Imperial Arkanian Empire===
==== Arkanian Expansion ====
The Type-1As of the Arkanian expansion fleets were left on standby and patrolled the recently-acquired space.