Fighter pilot

The pilot of any type of armed craft primarily designed[1] for air to air, air to space, space to air and space to space combat.

Selection and Training
Fighter pilots are one of the most highly regarded positions of the Union Military. Selection processes all but the elite out of the list of potential candidates. An individual who possesses an exceptional academic record, physical fitness, healthy well-being, and a strong mental drive has a higher chance of being selected for pilot training. While sex is not a factor, candidate size is, as the “cockpit” of a fighter is extraordinarily tight. Candidates are also expected to exhibit strong leadership and teamwork abilities. As such, fighter pilots, as are pilots of most other craft, are commissioned officers.

They undergo specialized training in aerial/space warfare tactics, craft handling and dogfighting (close range aerial/space combat). A fighter pilot with at least 10 kills becomes known as an ace.