Thunderbolt

Upgrade Progression
Yellow indicates increase from previous level. Underline Indicates Max Value.

Additional Info

 * When deployed into an attack the Thunderbolt is put in a Holding Pattern off screen where it will remain until a target has been selected. ( Implemented in Game Update: Jan 30, 2014 )
 * The Thunderbolt Schematic was introduced to the Workshop in the Game Update : December 12, 2013
 * The Thunderbolt has a Damage to Space Ratio of 27.2.  This is higher than both the Raptor ( 16.5 ) and the Kondor ( 20.0 ).
 * The Thunderbolt's low Space requirements allows it to be teamed with other attack Aircraft such as the Hellstorm, Cobra or Warhawks.
 * A Level 10 Airfield can hold 18 Thunderbolts with 50 Space left unused.
 * A Level 10 Airfield can hold 2 Thunderbolts and 5 Hellstorms.
 * Despite having a 'OK'  for the Infantry Damage Modifier, the Thunderbolt is nevertheless devastating and can kill huge numbers of them in a single strafing run.
 * The Thunderbolt fires bullets which tanks are highly resistant to.
 * The Thunderbolt is a fast-flying strafing attacker which severely limits the effectiveness of both Flak Turrets and Flak Tanks against it.
 * Before the introduction of the Kondor, some people may named Thunderbolt as the flying Mega Tank due to the DPS.
 * Early version of war commander, the thunderbolt range is 600. You can check the gallery over there.

Known Issues
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Listed here are bugs that have been identified with this Unit or Feature. Once fixed each issue will be moved to Resolved.

Existing Known Bugs :

Resolved Bugs :
 * 19th Oct - Thunderbolts missing targets assigned by player.

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In-Game Quotes
"Thunderbolts are light attack planes -- these birds of prey strike hard and fast."

- In-game description

"Oh, Commander, Thunderbolts are ready to be Produced. I can almost hear the enemy's screams, and the planes haven't even left the ground."

- Unlock Message

"Strafing across enemy lines the Thunderbolt carves a wide path of destruction in seconds."

- Level 10 description

"The sweet sounds of mayhem fill the air, commander. The blows from upgraded Thunderbolts echo through ruined buildings."

- Level 10 Upgrade Message