F8A Lightning

The Anvil F8 Lightning is a heavy fighter that is used by the UEE Navy. It was designed as the next generation super space superiority fighter, particularly with fighting the Vanduul in mind, it is a more nimble, more heavily armed fighter craft than its F7 predecessor. The second turret is discarded for more fixed weaponry.

Currently, the F8 Lightning is unobtainable through purchase., but it will be obtainable in the PU, though it’ll be extremely rare.

History
The F8 won the UEE Navy's Next Generation Star Fighter bid, surpassing Aegis’ Dogfighter 3000 in the 2nd place and RSI Black Widow in the 3rd place, becoming the latest heavy fighter utilized by the navy.

Development
The F8 Lightning was designed by Chris Smith (Lead Vehicle Artist) and Gavin Rothery (Freelance Concept Artist).