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Maverick's appointment marked the beginning of Typhoon's rise as one of the preeminent squadrons in the [[TIE Corps]], most notably aided by the arrival of the most prominent pilot in Typhoon's history: [[Callista]]. A talented and active pilot from the start, Callista was soon officially appointed [[Flight Leader]] of Flight 2. Unofficially, she also served as the squadron's training officer, responsible for helping new arrivals find their place, as well as coaching up her fellow squadron members on best tips and tricks for maximizing performance in competitions. | Maverick's appointment marked the beginning of Typhoon's rise as one of the preeminent squadrons in the [[TIE Corps]], most notably aided by the arrival of the most prominent pilot in Typhoon's history: [[Callista]]. A talented and active pilot from the start, Callista was soon officially appointed [[Flight Leader]] of Flight 2. Unofficially, she also served as the squadron's training officer, responsible for helping new arrivals find their place, as well as coaching up her fellow squadron members on best tips and tricks for maximizing performance in competitions. | ||
| − | Upon Maverick's appointment as the new [[Wing Commander]] for [[Wing X]], Callista was appointed as the new [[Squadron Commander]] of Typhoon, kicking off | + | Upon Maverick's appointment as the new [[Wing Commander]] for [[Wing X]], Callista was appointed as the new [[Squadron Commander]] of Typhoon, kicking off a two-year stint that would long be remembered as the golden age of the squadron. |
During this time, Typhoon became a breeding for many of the soon-to-be legends of the Challenge, such as [[Mell]], [[Oldham]], and, later on, [[Elwood the Brave]]. | During this time, Typhoon became a breeding for many of the soon-to-be legends of the Challenge, such as [[Mell]], [[Oldham]], and, later on, [[Elwood the Brave]]. | ||
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VIP Escort |
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TIE Defender |
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Missile Boat Mk. I |
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TIE Advanced |
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Typhoon Squadron is a VIP Escort squadron attached to Wing X of the ISD Challenge. Having been closed since 2009, it was re-opened on April 17, 2023 as part of the Battlegroup Expansion that saw the traditional Infiltrator Wing squadrons moved off of the Challenge and back onboard the MC90 Renegade.
History
Origins
Typhoon Squadron was originally opened around December 1995, initially onboard the VSD Ravager along with Thunder Squadron, before being relocated to the ISD Challenge and the newly opened Wing V (soon to be renamed to Wing X) around January 1996, alongside the other traditional squadrons of the ship: Inferno Squadron, Tornado Squadron, Cyclone Squadron, and Tempest Squadron. Its original designated squadron objective was Long Range Support.
GN Weston is recorded as its first commander. Other early commanders include BG Ace, BG Jim Hutchinson, BG Ice, and GN Big Earl.
Rise to Prominence
Going into February 1998, Typhoon Squadron was commanded by BG IG-88. But his command was taken away from him as an outcome of a case against him held by the High Court of Inquisitors. His replacement was a member of Cyclone Squadron, BG Maverick.
Maverick's appointment marked the beginning of Typhoon's rise as one of the preeminent squadrons in the TIE Corps, most notably aided by the arrival of the most prominent pilot in Typhoon's history: Callista. A talented and active pilot from the start, Callista was soon officially appointed Flight Leader of Flight 2. Unofficially, she also served as the squadron's training officer, responsible for helping new arrivals find their place, as well as coaching up her fellow squadron members on best tips and tricks for maximizing performance in competitions.
Upon Maverick's appointment as the new Wing Commander for Wing X, Callista was appointed as the new Squadron Commander of Typhoon, kicking off a two-year stint that would long be remembered as the golden age of the squadron.
During this time, Typhoon became a breeding for many of the soon-to-be legends of the Challenge, such as Mell, Oldham, and, later on, Elwood the Brave.
Post-Callista Era
Closure
Return and New Glories
Second Closure
Second Return
Former Squadron Commanders
COL Callista
GN Coranel Both
GN Domi
GN Elwood the Brave
CM Saul Rostek
