Bid Farewell to a True Legend Ever since its debut in 2806, the Hornet has risen to excel in a variety of roles, from high-stakes reconnaissance to brutal dogfighting. However, recent escalating threats have pushed us to go further. Cue the F7 Hornet Mk II series, which now proudly leads the line of the UEE Navy. While the F7 Hornet Mk I has enjoyed a long and illustrious service, we are winding down production of this legendary chassis - Invictus Launch Week 2954 will be the final time the Hornet Mk I is available on the civilian market. For those esteemed pilots who have flown the Mk I into countless battles and adventures, this marks a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. As we bid farewell to this iconic ship, it becomes more than just a vessel – it becomes a rare collectible, a testament to Anvil’s legacy. Learn more on the F7 Hornet Mk I page. However, this does NOT mean that the teams will stop supporting these honorable vehicles. To clarify the scope and intention of this sunset, we want to answer a few common questions. ⠀⠀ FAQ ▲ Will Mk I Hornets still get their gold standard pass and bug fixes? ► Yes, the Mk I Hornet series will still receive their gold standard pass, and the vehicle will continue to be fully supported, meaning that vehicle-related bugs will be fixed. ▲ Will Mk I Hornets still be earnable in-game? ► The Mk I Hornets will stop being available for pledge and purchase/rental in-game in an upcoming patch. However, there will be ways to earn the Mk I Hornets in the future, though we’re not quite ready to share those plans yet. ▲ Will Mk I Hornets' bespoke mounts still be earnable in-game? ► Yes, they will be available in shops but with a limited/reduced supply. And just like the ships, there will be other ways to earn these items in the future in planning. ▲ Will there be a Mk II Hornet variant corresponding to each Mk I variant? ► Yes, we intend all of the F7 Hornet Mk I variants to have a Mk II edition. Stay tuned for more updates! ▲ Will we have in-game events that allow owners of Mk I variants to get a free Mk II upgrade? ► While there are no immediate plans to this effect, there may be opportunities to earn upgrades in the future. ▲ How will the "sunset" affect Mk I Hornets' tuning and balancing in-game? ► All ships, available to pledge or not, will continue to be tuned according to their role and function in the 'verse. ▲ If I exchange the Mk I Hornet in my web hangar, can I buy it back later? ► Yes, you will be able to buy your pledge back. ▲ Can existing Mk I Hornet Upgrades be used or bought back after the "sunset"? ► Yes, you can still buy back and apply your existing Mk I Hornet upgrades. ▲ Can Mk I Hornets still be upgraded to other ships after the "sunset"? ► Yes, you can still upgrade your Mk I Hornet to other vehicles. ▲ Who is eligible for the free Killian Blue Mk I Hornet paint? ► Pilots who have a Hornet Mk I in their hangar before today’s announcement will receive a complimentary Kilian Blue paint as a thank you for their patronage.