F-15E -CIPHER-

The F-15E -CIPHER- is a downloadable aircraft in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation. It was released in December 20th 2007 with Pack #03, costing ¤200 MSP.

Overview
The CIPHER F-15E Strike Eagle is the first in a series of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War-themed DLC aircraft. As implied, it is based on the F-15C Eagle flown by Cipher, the game's protagonist and leader of the 66th Air Force Unit "Galm". In appearance, the aircraft resembles the basic Emmerian F-15E, with the sole exception of the blue-colored wings and stabilizers. The number "032" is printed beneath the cockpit area.

The aircraft's air-to-air capabilites have been greatly upgraded, while mobility is given a minor boost. However, as is the case with all other "protagonist"-type aircraft, defense has taken a major blow, meaning that effective use of the Strike Eagle's maneuverability and speed is required for maximum effectivity. As well, the aircraft is notable for having an upgrade to its machine gun, increasing its rate of fire.