The next gen wombat has arrived. A hybrid drone/ pilot operated aircraft, that can replace drop pods entirely in set scenarios. The F199 may be computer controlled or piloted depending on mission needs. The recommended procedure is to launch odst or Spartans from low orbit in f199's, which allows for far more mission options than a standard drop pod. In atmosphere, the option of pilot assist, or immediate ground deployment is available. Once the pilot safely has boots on the ground, it can then be manually controlled, or fully Ai operated.
When multiple F199s are deployed they often operate in hive mind, allowing them to immediately react to a plethora of scenarios instantaneously. AI assistance is not required as they feed off the flight path of each other. Given the severe G's these aircraft can operate in, it is impossible for man flight while in hive mode. Oversized flaps (4 per engine) allow for maneuvers, and braking previously unheard of.
When multiple F199s are deployed they often operate in hive mind, allowing them to immediately react to a plethora of scenarios instantaneously. AI assistance is not required as they feed off the flight path of each other. Given the severe G's these aircraft can operate in, it is impossible for man flight while in hive mode. Oversized flaps (4 per engine) allow for maneuvers, and braking previously unheard of.