Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock/Squadrons

Certain vessels also carry their own strike craft, which can be used to eliminate other strike craft, support and shield their teammates, and hinder the capabilities of enemy warships.

If the situation for a squadron deteriorates, it is possible to send them back to their mothership for repair. Each capital ship repairs at a different rate, and can often take several turns to replace lost members. As long as at least one member of the group makes it home, however, the squadron will eventually be returned to full strength.

In the campaign, a squadron that is fully shot down must be replaced by Tylium after the battle.

Viper Mk I
Vipers are the standard space superiority fighter employed by the Colonial forces. As with the Cylon Raiders and the Viper Mk II, these craft are used for three main purposes: to harass enemy capital ships, to intercept missiles and unarmed mines, and to defeat other enemy fighters.

While Viper Mk Is have no cost and are the default fighter, they are often replaced in multiplayer by the Viper Mk II.

Viper Mk II
Vipers are the standard space superiority fighter employed by the Colonial forces. They are notably more effective than normal Vipers, though they sacrifice defensive attributes for greater speed and damage. Mark II Vipers are notably better at intercepting enemy missiles than their Mk I counterparts, with a notable increase in speed.

Unlike Viper Mk Is, the Viper Mk II will count against a fleet's fleet point score.