Flight
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A flight was a grouping of three, four or five starfighters, depending on the military, that was typically though not always led by a captain. Three flights of four starfighters, or four flights of three starfighters, typically made up a full squadron. Many military organizations, such as the Imperial Navy and New Republic Starfighter Command, used this system of intra-squadron organization, however it was also known to be utilized within mercenary and even pirate units.
The term "flight" also referred to the general concept of flying, be it in a starfighter, an airspeeder, or by utilizing a personal jetpack.
[edit] Appearances
- X-wing: Rogue Squadron (First appearance)
- X-wing: Wraith Squadron
- I, Jedi
