OVERVIEW:
The Fox-Industries A-13B Groundhawk is a mixed bag in terms of suitability. While it was fast and retained its excellent maneuverability at all speeds, its average endurance, low payload, and long nose serve to work against it. However, the long nose could serve as a place for sensors and cameras for a reconnaissance aircraft. Regardless, pilots enjoy flying the type due to the high agility, and recommend it wholeheartedly.

COMBAT PERFORMANCE:
The aircraft has adequate range and is exceptionally fast and was responsive at all speeds.

This combination make it very versatile as an attack aircraft, as its good low-speed handling allow pilots to engage targets easily while the high speed allow it to shorten turn-around times immensely. The combination of VTOL- and Brake-activated air brakes was a bit off-putting, and pilots typically preferred the use of the VTOL dive brakes. They suggested that the VTOL air brakes be activated automatically without the AG panel and that all air brakes be connected to the VTOL.

INTEGRAL FIREPOWER:
The two Mk 6 guns are considered adequate, although the side-mounting of the two guns were seen as odd. They suggested to move one of the guns on the other side in order to create symmetry. The type is capable of mounting more and larger weapons.

EXTERNAL LOADS:
The external weapons load is below that of the Pummeler or the Boar. However, the centerline mount was appreciated, and was found to be very useful in dive-bombing attacks.

DURABILITY:
The twin-engine arrangement is similar to that of the Boar, and is well-received. They are far enough to ensure that an engine fire in one engine does not affect the other engine, yet close enough to ensure the loss of power on one engine. While the loss of the engine could mean the loss of a main gear, the type is capable of belly landing well. The biplane configuration allows the wings to absorb a considerable amount of damage.

VISIBILITY:
Cockpit visibility is slightly better than the Pummeler, but inferior to the Boar. The long nose is considered a major flaw, as it obstructs visibility of the ground. This is more a technical issue than practical; pilots report no trouble with visibility compared to types such as the Pummeler.

LOGISTICS:
The twin J90 turbofan has proved easy to maintain, given the wide availability from parts from Transport Command from the phased-out Provisioner transport.

The low height from the ground makes it easy for ground crews to service the hardpoints.

OFF THE BOOKS:
Test pilots nicknamed the type "Starfighter" due to its futuristic appearance and performance. They truly enjoyed flying the type.