Interceptor

Interceptors are high-speed Aeros primarily used for taking out enemy air targets. They are extremely useful in later levels as they provide the ability to take out air-based objectives quickly and from long range, at minimal risk of counter-attack from enemy aircraft. Their agility and speed make them hard to hit, but they can't take a beating and are vulnerable to other aircraft as well as Flak.

Usage

 * "Stay high, stay fast and be quick"

Interceptors are the glass cannons of air-to-air combat, capable of striking from afar and running away when spotted.

Since your air-to-ground repertoire is very limited, you may need to make multiple passes more often than not in order to destroy heavy targets.

A common tactic is to use an interceptor to clear out air opposition, before switching to a bomber to clean up ground targets.


 * "The best way to avoid damage is to avoid it"

As Interceptors generally lack agility and/or durability, (especially so in the case of the RAIJU and ORCA), speed and timed dodges are best when evading missiles. When upgraded, certain aeros (RAIJU), can even outrun notoriously fast missiles like the Diamondback at full speed.