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{{Vehicle
| uuid = 663b6047-5b06-489c-a906-bc91fb7d6e63
| name = F8C Lightning
| image = F8C flying over river through forest - Cropped.png
| manufacturer = ANVL
| series = F8 Lightning
| career = Combat
| role =
| size = small
| productionstate = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc = Since [[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 3.20.0b|Alpha 3.20.0b]]
| mincrew = 1
| maxcrew = 1
| length = 26
| width = 25
| height = 8
| retractedlength =
| retractedwidth =
| retractedheight =
| mass = 153775
| cargocapacity = 0
| stowage = 650K µSCU
| pledgecost = 300
| originalpledgecost = 300
| warbondcost = 260
| originalwarbondcost = 260
| pledgeavailability = Time-limited sales
| rsistoreurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/lightning/F8C-Lightning
| presentationurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19208-The-Hunt-Is-On
| trailerurl =
| brochureurl =
| qandaurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/19512-Q-A-Anvil-Aerospace-F8C-Lightning
| galactapediaurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0Gz5LW2ekd-f8c-lightning
| releasedate = 2933
| conceptdate = 2023-10-09
| saledate = 2023-10-09
| queryimage = 
| smwqueryname =
}}

The [[StarCitizen:Anvil Aerospace]] '''F8C Lightning''' is the civilian variant of the [[StarCitizen:F8A Lightning]] space superiority fighter that is used by the [[StarCitizen:United Empire of Earth Navy]]. It closely mimics the military specs of the original F8A, and has been used in lines of defense against [[StarCitizen:Vanduul]] invaders. It was made available in extremely limited numbers to the civilian market by Anvil to celebrate the debut of the F8A in the UEE Navy.<ref name="F8CStore">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/lightning/F8C-Lightning|text=Anvil F8C Store}}</ref><ref name="F8Galactapedia">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0Gz5LW2ekd-f8c-lightning|text=Galactapedia: F8C Lighting}}</ref>

==Features==
{{List item
|Guns
|The 'Lightning' is equipped with multiple gun hardpoints, featuring four Size 3 and two Size 2 guns, with a turret that accommodates a pair of Size 2 guns.<ref name="F8CStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Missiles
|In addition to the guns, the vessel is equipped with two racks, each capable of holding four Size 2 missiles.<ref name="F8CStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Maneuverability
|Although the F8C is classified as a heavy fighter, it exhibits greater agility compared to its F7 predecessor.<ref name="F8Galactapedia"/>
}}
{{List item
|Stowage
|It has the capability to stow up to 650K μSCU of various items via an external storage.<ref name="F8CStore"/>
}}

==Specifications==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

==Model==

===Ship profile===
<tabber>
In space=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
!Bottom
|-
|[[File:F8C in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Below.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
|-|
Landed=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
|-
|[[File:F8C - Landed on platform - Cut.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C - Landed in a hangar - Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C - in SelfLand - Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C - in SelfLand - Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
</tabber>

===Series variants===
{{Vehicle variants}}

===Paints===
{{for|more information|:F8 Lightning series/Paints}}

{| class="wikitable"
|-
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Auspicious Red"|"Auspicious Red"]]
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Auspicious Red Rat"|"Auspicious Red Rat"]]
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Best In Show 2954"|"Best In Show 2954"]]
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Nightweaver"|"Nightweaver"]]
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Shockwave"|"Shockwave"]]
![[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Stormfire"|"Stormfire"]]
|-
|[[File:F8C Auspicious Red landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C Auspicious Red Rat landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C Best In Show 2954 in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C Nightweaver landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C Shockwave in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C Stormfire flying above clouds.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}

==Acquisition==
{{Vehicle availability}}
The F8C Lightning can only be obtained by completing one of the following:
* As a reward for reaching the [[StarCitizen:Concierge]] level of [[StarCitizen:Wing Commander (rank)|Wing Commander]].
* Collecting a [[StarCitizen:CDF F8C Certification Pass (Gold)]] during the 2023 anniversary.*<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/19208-The-Hunt-Is-On|text=The Hunt Is On|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* Claiming one from an [[StarCitizen:Guide:Executive Hangars|Executive Hangar in Pyro]].
* Completing the [[StarCitizen:Wikelo]] contracts [[StarCitizen:F8 War Mod]] or [[StarCitizen:Sneaky Stabber]].
{{Note|*Note: As of IAE 2955, the F8C no longer requires a gold certification to have the ability to pledge.<ref name="iae2955" />}}

==Lore==
During IAE 2950, [[StarCitizen:Jax McCleary]] talked about a military trainer variant with two seats in the cockpit.<ref name="iae2950">[https://youtu.be/PfB228kYlhI Star Citizen: IAE 2950 - Anvil Aerospace]</ref>

==Gallery==
{{for|a full gallery|:Category:F8C Lightning images}}

<tabber>
Official=
{{gallery
|F8C flying over hills firing guns.jpg
|F8C in hangar above world with pilot walking towards it.jpg
|F8C Specifications.jpg
|F8C landed with lightning behind it.jpg
|F8C - Landed on platform - Cut.jpg
|F8C flying over river through forest.jpg
}}
|-|
In-game=
{{gallery
|F8C landed at Lorville.png
|F8C landing at a Hurston outpost.png
|F8C streaking across Arial.png
|F8C landing in Lorville tunnel.png
}}
|-|
Original design=
{{gallery
|F8-C - Front.png
|F8-C_-_Rear.png
|F8C concierge.jpg
}}
</tabber>

==Development==
{{Timeline styles}}
{| class="timeline"
|-
|2016-12-09
|The F8 Lightning was designed by [[StarCitizen:Chris Smith]] (Lead Vehicle Artist)<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JWnN8cpX6k Reverse the Verse 2.16]([[File:Relay icon.svg|x13px|link=https://relay.sc]] [https://relay.sc/transcript/reverse-the-verse-2-16-austin transcript])</ref> and [[StarCitizen:Gavin Rothery]] (Freelance Conceptist).<ref>[http://www.gavinrothery.com/820-park/ Gavin Rothery: Star Citizen Hardware and Ship Design]</ref>
|-
|2018-01
|The F8C Lightning was available as the [[StarCitizen:Wing Commander (rank)|Wing Commander]] [[StarCitizen:concierge]] reward which is introduced in January 2018.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Concierge Levels and Rewards|accessdate=2021-05-28}}</ref>
|-
|2023-10-10
|CIG released the F8C Lightning from its pre-Squadron 42 "spoiler" lock to Concierge owners on 10 October 2023 in [[StarCitizen:Star Citizen Alpha 3.20.0b|Alpha 3.20.0b]].<ref name="Hunt">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19208-The-Hunt-Is-On|text="The Hunt Is On"|accessdate=2024-01-20}}</ref> At the same time, a special event was held where players could obtain access to the F8C in several ways:<ref name="Hunt" /> One was obtaining a [[StarCitizen:CDF F8C Certification Pass (Gold)|gold license]], looted from crates in the [[StarCitizen:PU]]. When you turned this into a rental kiosk, the player would gain access to an F8C for 24 hours, and be able to purchase the ship on the [[StarCitizen:Pledge Store]].
|-
|2023-10-10
|A special Platinum paint along with an F8C was on offer by obtaining a platinum license, which was only available by taking it from [[StarCitizen:CIG]] developers in-game. Once obtained, all other players across the server will be alerted to your location. If the player manages to bring it to a ship dealership, they could obtain permanent ownership of the F8C, with [[StarCitizen:LTI]].
|-
|2025-11-13
|CIG announced that pledging would no longer require a gold license starting from IAE 2955. It was made available for all players for pledge, but still kept the one-per-account limitation. To compensate previous owners who had redeemed a license or reached [[StarCitizen:Wing Commander (rank)|Wing Commander]] rank, a special [[StarCitizen:F8 Lightning series/Paints#"Nightweaver"|"Nightweaver"]] livery was to be distributed on Anvil Day of the event. The special paint is not giftable and is limited to one-per-account.<ref name="iae2955">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/1/thread/iae-2955-faq-orison-welcomes-you|text=IAE 2955 FAQ - Orison Welcomes You!|accessdate=2025-11-25}}</ref>
|}

==Trivia==

==See Also==

==References==
<references />

{{Navplate manufacturers|ANVL}}
{{Navplate vehicles}}

[[Category:Concierge items]]

{{Short description|Single-seat heavy fighter manufactured by Anvil}}
[[Category:Fighters]]
[[Category:Heavy fighters]]

StarCitizen:F8C Lightning - Revision history

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