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TIE/ln space superiority starfighter

The TIE/ln space superiority starfighter, also known as the TIE/LN starfighter or TIE/ln starfighter and commonly called the TIE fighter or simply the TIE/ln, was the signature starfighter of the Galactic Empire and symbol of its space superiority. Its official production name was the Twin Ion Engine "line edition" space superiority starfighter. Instantly recognizable from the roar of its engines as well as its unique design, the TIE/ln exuded Imperial power and prestige across the galaxy, seeing use throughout the Empire's reign. They were nicknamed Evil-Eyes or Eye-balls by members of the New Republic.

The TIE/ln starfighter was a small, short-range fighter developed, manufactured, and mass produced by Sienar Fleet Systems (SFS). Developed by SFS company head Raith Sienar, the basis for the TIE fighter can be traced back to Kuat Systems Engineering's Alpha-3 Nimbus starfighter, along with several other outmoded models from the Old Republic. Like their predecessors, TIE's employed two vertical wings similar in appearance to V-wing starfighters; however, the Eta-2 Actis-class light interceptor bore even more similarities with its central cockpit pod, twin ion engines, and common weapons technology.