Starfighter Combat - Defensive Maneuvers

You'll need these maneuvers whenever an enemy fighter is closing in for the kill. Eight defensive maneuvers provide escape and a means to turn the tables.

This section offers you several defensive options you can use in those tight spots.

Attempt various escape techniques and try to find one or two that you feel most comfortable with. Practice and perfect those maneuvers for best results.

• High-G Barrel Roll
• Low-Speed Disengagement
• High-Speed Disengagement
• Speedbrake Reversal
• Defensive Spiral Dive
• Jinking a Missile Coming Head-on
• Vertical Spiral
• Firing a Short-Range Missile at a Target Behind You
• Vertical Spiral
• Firing a Short-Range Missile at a Target Behind You