This is not a chapter, nor a prologue. I will do a little list of the planes (I will just put the real world speed in km h as characteristic, the gauge are not that important), Weapons, and other shortcuts I will use. But I must warn you, this list is a non-exhaustive and could be completed by the changes I will do to the canon of ace combat zero.

So, let's begin with the fighters. They all have 800 rounds of gun ammo

F-5E Tiger II (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 1700 km/h

A low cost, lightweight tactical fighter with respectable capability in all areas. Easy to fly and maintain, the "Tiger II" is employed in air forces around the globe.

MSSL x52 QAAM x4 UGB x10 NPB x8

J35J Draken (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2124 km/h

An intercept aircraft capable of short take-off and landing (STOL). Its characteristic double delta wing design allows for low air resistance and high maneuverability at low speeds.

MSSL x50 SAAM x8 UGB x8 RCL x8

F-1 (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 1700 km/h

A variant of a training aircraft, this attack aircraft was developed as an air-to-ground and air-to-ship fighter. Its outdated design lags behind that of current fighter technology, but the compact and well refined design has earned it the trust of pilots and mechanics alike.

MSSL x56 RCL x10 UGB x12 LASM x10

MiG-21bis Fishbed (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2229 km/h

A small, single-engine fighter, codenamed "Fishbed." While its electronics and weapons capability are outdated, it makes up for it with high maneuverability and low cost.

MSSL x56 RCL x8 UGB x10 QAAM x6

F-4E Phantom II (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2370 km/h

A large fighter aircraft known as the "Phantom II." Although its design is outdated, its massive payload and superior range make it effective in both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat.

MSSL x62 SAAM x6 UGBL x8 NPB x10

MiG-29A Fulcrum (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2446 km/h

This fighter was developed with the goal of overpowering the enemy in one-on-one combat. The "Fulcrum" boasts powerful engines and refined aerodynamics for superb maneuverability.

MSSL x60 SAAM x12 RCL x10 XAGM x12

F-20A Tigershark (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2150 km/h

Known as the "Tigershark," this aircraft is the successor to the F-5E. Its single-engine design provides a 60% increase in thrust.

MSSL x60 SAAM x10 GPB x8 XAGM x12

F-16C Fighting Falcon (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2173 km/h

Also known as the "Fighting Falcon." Small and lightweight, this aircraft is a well-balanced fighting machine for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat.

MSSL x60 XMAA x12 LAGM x8 UGBL x14

F/A-18C Hornet (MULTIROLE)

Max speed: 1915 km/h

Due to the limited number of planes an aircraft carrier can hold, the carrier-based "Hornet" was designed as a multirole aircraft to handle both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.

MSSL x64 LASM x10 SAAM x8 SOD x12

A-10A Thunderbolt II (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 706 km/h

Also called the "Warthog," this ground attack fighter is equipped with tough armor to withstand enemy fire and a large Gatling gun. It is highly mobile at low speeds and is well equipped for its role in suppressing enemy ground forces.

MSSL x64 XAGM x18 FAEB x10 RCL x16

MiG-31 Foxhound (FIGHTER)

Max speed:3000 km/h

This aircraft was developed to intercept enemy aircraft at high speeds. Codenamed "Foxhound," its wing structure has been reinforced in order to withstand supersonic speeds at low altitudes. It is best suited for high-speed one pass attacks.

MSSL x70 XLAA x12QAAM x10 UGBL x12

Mirage 2000D (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 2336 km/h

Appropriately named "Mirage," this aircraft was developed for low altitude intrusion. Digital control of its large delta wing gives this fighter superb acceleration and immediate response during maneuvers.

MSSL x64 UGB x14 GPB x10 XAGM x14

EA-6B Prowler (JAMMER)

Max speed: 1050 km/h

This electronic warfare aircraft known as the "Prowler," not only provides active radar jamming to protect its allies from enemy fire but is also a formidable air-to-ground fighter.

MSSL x66 ECMP x5 LAGM x8 QAAM x4

Su-27 Flanker (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2500 km/h

Codenamed "Flanker," this aircraft is at the pinnacle of modern air superiority fighter technology. Its refined aerodynamics and powerful engines provide exceptional maneuverability.

MSSL x72 XMAA x16 UGBL x8 SFFS x12

F-15C Eagle (FIGHTER)

Max speed:3017 km/h

Nicknamed the "Eagle," this air superiority fighter boasts top-class maneuverability and superior payload capacity, as well as outstanding mission survivability.

MSSL x70 XMAA x16 UGBL x10 QAAM x14

X-29A (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 1820 km/h

The forward-swept wings of this aircraft allow for exceptional turning ability. An advanced fly-by-wire system is employed to overcome instabilities inherent in this design.

MSSL x60 QAAM x10 FAEB x4 LAGM x10

F-14D Super Tomcat (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2485 km/h

This carrier-based F-14 features upgrades in radar and weapon control systems. Aptly called the "Super Tomcat," the F-14D can handle multiple enemies at once.

MSSL x72 XLAA x14 GPB x10 NPB x14

Gripen C (MULTIROLE)

Max speed: 2152 km/h

Named after the griffon of legend, this aircraft boasts low cost and high maintainability. "Fighter," "attacker," or "recon," this fighter performs all of these roles equally well. It is known for its mission adaptability and high efficiency in battle.

MSSL x60 RCL x12 XLAA x8 SOD x14

F-16XL (ATTACKER)

Max speed:2253 km/h

This modified F-16 features a double delta wing for better acceleration and maneuverability at low speeds. Its increased wing area allows for greater weapons payload, ideal for ground attacks.

MSSL x68 XAGM x14 SAAM x10 BDSP x8

Tornado GR.4 (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 2417 km/h

Called the "Tornado," this aircraft is capable of both high-speed low-level infiltration, and short take-off and landing (STOL). These features provide overall improvements in survivability, maneuverability, and striking capability.

MSSL x72 BDSP x12 ECMP x4 LASM x12

F-2A (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 2300 km/h

An F-16 variant developed through an international collaboration. While its design is optimized for air-to-ground and air-to-ship combat, the F-2A is also an effective air superiority fighter.

MSSL x72 LASM x12 XMAA x20 SFFS x14

F-15E Strike Eagle (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 3017 km/h

Known as the "Strike Eagle," this F-15 adds ground attack capabilities to its full-scale aerial combat abilities. The outward design of this fighter appears similar to that of the F-15, but has in fact undergone extensive modification.

MSSL 76 SFFS x14 SAAM x10 GPB x14

F-117A Nighthawk (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 993 km/h

Nicknamed the "Nighthawk," this stealth aircraft represents the latest technology. However, its stealth capabilities come at the cost of maneuverability and weapons load.

MSSL x54 GPB x16 LAGM x12 QAAM x8

F-35C (MULTIROLE)

Max speed: 1960 km/h

This versatile and lightweight carrier-based stealth fighter features both air-to-air and air-to-ground attack capabilities while maintaining a low production cost.

MSSL x76 LASM x14 SOD x16 QAAM x10

EA-18G (JAMMER)

Max speed: 1900 km/h

This carrier-based electronic warfare aircraft is a modified version of the F/A-18C. Its primary role is to minimize threat to itself and the squadron by jamming enemy radar. It is often employed when an enemy offensive is apparent.

MSSL x74 ECMP x6 XMAA x8 LAGM x10

Rafale M (MULTIROLE)

Max speed: 2130 km/h

A multirole, carrier-based aircraft characterized by its delta wing and canards. A well-balanced plane that can handle a wide range of missions. Its name roughly translates as "Squall."

MSSL x74 LASM x14 XMAA x16 SOD x14

Typhoon (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2495 km/h

An air superiority fighter developed by an international collaboration. Computer-controlled operation of its control surfaces give it exceptional agility at both supersonic and subsonic speeds.

MSSL x78 XLAA x14 SOD x16 SFFS x12

Su-34 Strike Flanker (ATTACKER)

Max speed: 2200 km/h

A modified Su-27, called the "Strike Flanker." Specialized in long-range ground attack missions, this unique design includes a toilet and a simple kitchen behind the pilot's seat.

MSSL x80 XAGM x16 LAGM x14 XMAA x12

Su-33 Sea Flanker (MULTIROLE)

Max speed: 2300 km/h

A modified Su-27, nicknamed ''Sea Flanker", created to fit the role of a multirole carrier-based aircraft for air-to-air, air-to-sea, and air-to-ground for cover landings, this fighter can be used in a variety of missions.

MSSL x70 XMAA x16 RCL x10 LASM x10

YF-23A Black Widow II (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2335 km/h

Nicknamed the "Black Widow II," this supersonic stealth fighter is known for its unique design, which achieves minimal air resistance and radar observability.

MSSL x80 QAAM x12 NPB x12 BDSP x10

F-15S/MTD (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2450 km/h

An experimental aircraft with thrust vectoring nozzles and canard wings, developed to research air combat maneuverability. It performed so well in tests that it was deployed for actual combat.

MSSL x80 FAEB x8 XLAA x14 SOD x16

Su-47 Berkut (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2500 km/h

The "Berkut" is characterized by the forward-swept wings that enable very sharp turns. Stability is maintained by electronically controlled canard wings, making this a preeminent fighter aircraft.

MSSL x82 SAAM x14 SFFS x16 BDSP x12

Su-37 Terminator (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2500 km/h

Known as the "Terminator," this variant of the Su-27 was developed as an all-weather multipurpose fighter. Cutting edge electronics and thrust vectoring nozzles give it unprecedented dogfighting capabilities.

MSSL x82 XLAA x16 FAEB x8 NPB x18

F/A-22A Raptor (FIGHTER)

Max speed: 2410 km/h

A fighter with stealth capabilities and thrust vectoring nozzles for superior maneuverability. Designed to relieve much of the pilot's burden, the "Raptor" represents a new standard of air superiority.

MSSL 82 XMAA x18 GPB x12 SOD x12

ADFX-01 Morgan (FIGHTER)

Max speed: unknown

Developed from an experimental aircraft of the South Belka National Weapons Plant, this all-weather multi-purpose aircraft's attack and defensive capabilities far exceed that of any other fighter.

MSSL x84 TLS x7 MPBM x2 ECMP x8

II) WEAPONS

MSSL

Tracking distance: 1400m

Standard missile who can track both target in the air and on the ground.

UGB

Unguided Bomb. Impacts a small blast radius and less blast damage

UGBL

Unguided Bomb (Large). Impacts a larger blast radius and high blast damage

NPB

Napalm Bomb. Impacts on a small radius, straight line flame blast.

SFFS

Self-Forging Fragmentation Submunitions Bomb. Dispenser drops sensor-fused bomblets. Bomblet coverage area is dependent on release altitude.

BDSP

Bomblets Dispenser Bomb. Dispenser remains fixed to aircraft pylon and drops bomblets along flight path with medium blast damage

RCL

Rocket Launcher. Impacts on a target as long as it stays in the RCL Reticule

HVR

High Velocity Rocket. Unlike the RCL, this high-speed rocket has a greater range of action and blast radius, but this remove the capacity of using entire volleys due to its bigger size.

FAEB

Fuel Air-Explosive Bomb or Thermobaric bomb.

Dispenses a cloud of aerosolized fuel in an airburst just above ground level prior to detonating it, causing a large blast radius and massive explosion damage

GPB

Guided Penetration Bomb. Can be guided toward a precise target through laser designation pod when dropped from high. Its small blast radius made it perfect in case when avoiding material casualties are a need.

SOD

Tracking distance: 5000m

Stand Off Disperser. This cruise missile dispersed in many small bombs shell during its flight, perfecto suites for destroying target in a straight line.

LASM

Tracking distance: 5000m

Long-range Air-to-Surface Missile. This sea skimming missile fly low to the sea, avoiding most of the enemy naval defenses.

LAGM

Tracking distance: 3000m

Long-range Air-to-Ground Missile. Anti-SAM version of the LASM in the AC world. Has larger blast radius than LASM, and fly in a straight line toward its target, making better suited than the LASM for attack against high altitude SAMs or radar sites.

XAGM

Tracking distance: 1400m

Advanced Air-to-ground missile

This highly mobile missile flies toward its target before diving on it. Suitable for taking little groups of grounds vehicles hidden between buildings.

QAAM

Tracking distance: 1400m

Quick Maneuver Air-to-Air Missile

This highly mobile missile is capable to lock on a target in the six hours of the fighter, and possess redundant locking capacities, making it harder to evade for the enemy craft.

SAAM

Tracking distance: 4500m

Semi-active Air-to-Air Missile

High precision missile with great range but need to be laser guided and had lower mobility than standard missiles. Communications brevity code word "FOX 1" for launch of air-to-air semi-active radar-guided missile; semi-tracking capabilities and high-accuracy lock onto air targets

XLAA

Tracking distance: 5000m

Advanced Long-range Air-to-Air Missile Locks onto up to four targets within a long range, but as limited mobility at short range. Communications brevity code word "FOX 3" for launch of air-to-air active radar-guided missile; fire-and-forget capability.

XMAA

Tracking distance: 3000m

Advanced Medium-range Air-to-Air

Locks on to up to four targets within a medium range. Communications brevity code word "FOX 3" for launch of air-to-air active radar-guided missile; fire-and-forget capability

ECMP

Electronic Countermeasures Pod.

Jam the enemy radar, making lock on longer in time and disrupting radar guided missiles tracking capacities. Useless against thermic guided or laser guided weaponry.

And this is the end.

Yes, you will find that I did not include the Falken, as it was created in 2005. But i add the Su33. I did have some realism in it, especially for the laser guided munition and the ECMP, who in real word are useless against IR missiles, such as Flares are useless against electromagnetic locked missiles.

I have just one thing to say, the description of the F-35 always made me laugh: "low production cost" they said... Maybe Lockheed Martins should take some advices from Axe and Hammers or some Belkan plane factories...

As I said, this list is non exhaustive, and in the case if I publish a second book (yes, I know I should maybe think of publishing the first, I agree) I will made an updated version of it.