FX-550 Skygrasper

The FX-550 Skygrasper is a versatile aerial support fighter from the Mobile Suit Gundam SEED universe, primarily designed to transport and deploy the GAT-X105 Strike Gundam’s interchangeable Striker Packs during combat. This capability allows the Strike Gundam to remain in the field without returning to base for re-equipping. The Skygrasper is equipped with a turret-mounted beam cannon, heavy and light machine guns, and missile launch bays, making it a formidable air superiority fighter in its own right. Its design is based on the F-7D Spearhead aircraft, featuring a sleek fuselage with forward-swept wings and twin tailfins. The cockpit is designed to accommodate both the pilot and a navigator, enhancing operational efficiency. The Skygrasper’s primary role is to deliver new Striker Packs to the Strike Gundam in battle, removing the need for the mobile suit to return to the hangar for re-equipping. This functionality is crucial during extended engagements, ensuring the Strike Gundam remains combat-ready. The Skygrasper has been featured in various media, including the Mobile Suit Gundam SEED anime series, where it was piloted by characters such as Mu La Flaga, Cagalli Yula Athha, and Tolle Koenig. Its adaptability and support capabilities make it a significant asset in the battlefield operations of the Earth Alliance.