Two new planes have also been announced by Bandai Namco for Ace Combat X. These are the Gripen C and the Rafale M. The Gripen C is a more stable low-cost plane that has good upkeep. I'm not sure if this is your starter plane or if it will be like the Fregata or the Cariburn. The Gripen is great for reconnaissance and is effective in combat. It is named after the great beast Griffin. The second plane is the Rafale M. It is a well balanced carrier plane, designed to have great stability with it's heavy body. This plane is great for ground attacks.