VI. Aerial Units
Kul Tiras does not posses the mighty airships now utilized by Stormwind, as we find that our fleets at sea work best when escorted by swarms of fast air units rather than a large lumbering airship. To this end, Kul Tiras employs only specialized aerial units for specific missions.
Gnomish Gyrocopter
The Gnomish Gyrocopter is a staple from the Second War. Fast, light, maneuverable and armed with machine guns, the Gyrocopter is yet another valuable gnomish contribution to the Kul Tiras Navy. Units upgraded with guided missle launchers or vertical torpedo tubes are capable against air, ground and submarine forces as well. Though not as capable as the Gryphon Riders of Aerie Peak, the Gnomish Gyrocopter fills an important duty as a scout, combatant and surveillance unit. The Gnomish Gyrocopter is also capable of landing and taking off from the Aircraft Carrier design which was recently developed by Stormwind in conjunction with Gnomish Engineers.
Sea Scout Gryphon Riders
The loss of the Third Fleet during the Second War was an important lesson in the need for effective air defense. The Wildhammer Dwarves are credited with saving the lives of thousands of Kul Tiras Sailors and Marines by providing aerial defense for our fleets, and those lessons have now been integrated into our military doctrine through the training and deployment of Sea Scouts.