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[[File:Chieftain-Boost-Speed.png|thumb|300px|Chieftain boost]] | [[File:Chieftain-Boost-Speed.png|thumb|300px|Chieftain boost]] | ||
'''Boost Speed''' is the speed that a ship travels when the boost function is activated (Default "Tab" or "B" on Xbox). When activating boost the ship's thrusters are pushed past their normal capabilities which provides extra speed and maneuverability. Boost can only be activated in normal space when there is enough energy in the ships Engine capacitor and generates [[heat]] upon activation. | '''Boost Speed''' is the speed that a ship travels when the boost function is activated (Default "Tab" or "B" on Xbox). When activating boost the ship's thrusters are pushed past their normal capabilities which provides extra speed and maneuverability. Boost can only be activated in normal space when there is enough energy in the ships Engine capacitor and generates [[heat]] upon activation. Boost speeds vary from ship to ship and range from 200 m/s to 460 m/s with unengineered [[thrusters]]. Upgrading the [[Power Distributor|power distributor]] can allow for more frequent boosts, while upgrading thrusters allows for a higher boost speed. It is unwise to boost out a [[starport]]. | ||
Boosting is very useful in combat and when used correctly can provide a significant edge. Activating a boost and quickly turning with Flight Assist Off can allow a pilot to change the direction they're facing. Spamming boost can allow a player to move faster than usual and possibly outrun attackers or catch up with prey - this tactic works better with some ships more than others. For example while the [[Viper]] has the fastest normal speed; the [[Cobra]] can move faster when constantly activating boost. | Boosting is very useful in combat and when used correctly can provide a significant edge. Activating a boost and quickly turning with Flight Assist Off can allow a pilot to change the direction they're facing. Spamming boost can allow a player to move faster than usual and possibly outrun attackers or catch up with prey - this tactic works better with some ships more than others. For example while the [[Viper]] has the fastest normal speed; the [[Cobra]] can move faster when constantly activating boost. | ||