Apparently… People like big things:

So I introduce to you, the AS-B-20, aptly nicknamed the Apocalypse Bringer because the payload outclasses that of even the largest of the SB series of aircraft.

Background

The AS-B-20 has its origins with the SB-16 and SB-8-1. The SB-16 is the largest aircraft in the Stratobomber range. However, it was exceptionally heavy, carried a relatively little payload in comparison to the AS-B-5 despite its much larger size. The SB-16 while exceptionally fast, wasn’t stealthy and thus presented itself as a very large target for radar-based systems.

The SB-8-1 was a more sensible design. It incorporated stealth features but had a pitiful payload in comparison to other bombers of the same class. Thus, the AS-B-20 is an amalgamation of both flying wing designs.

The Apocalypse bringer is the largest stealth aircraft in the UAC arsenal and subsequently presents a figuratively and literally huge threat to anyone that opposes the bomber. Powered by 16 enclosed variable bypass turbofan engines, the AS-B-20 can achieve supersonic speeds without the use of afterburners.

The aircraft also possesses Air to Air ordinance to protect itself from enemy aircraft that try to bite off more than they can chew. Ironically, due to its enormous radar (and thus huge radar range), data integrations systems and stealth profile, more fighter aircraft have fallen victim to the AS-B-20 than AS-B-20s falling victim to enemy fighters.

But this obviously wasn’t designed to be a fighter. I fact its ill advised to use this bomber for such missions due to the cost of operation and the fact its extremely vulnerable in within visual range combat situations.

However, when used for its true calling, the Apocalypse Bringer lives up to its name with devastating effect. Carrying 144 Boom 50s, the AS-B-20 puts its predecessors to shame. If travelling at the right speed and altitude, it is possible to conduct a bombing run across the span of a whole island, with sometimes some bombs left over for future use.

Controls

• Activator 1 – Missiles
• VTOL Up – Reverse Thrust
• VTOL Down – Flaps
• Activator 8 – Lights