Want to unlock every aircraft in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve? This complete aircraft unlock guide covers all 34 playable planes, their MRP prices, Aircraft Tree requirements, free unlocks, and special bonus aircraft. Learn how to get the F-22A Raptor, Su-57 Felon, F-35C Lightning II, X-40 Nightmare, FA-36 Game, and ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY. Discover how the Aircraft Tree works, which planes to unlock first, and how to avoid wasting MRP while building your dream hangar.
Ace Combat 8 has 34 playable aircraft in its documented launch roster.
These aircraft belong to four combat categories, with each category designed around a different battlefield role.
Fighters specialize in aerial engagements.
Their strengths generally include interception, maneuverability, and weapons suited to engaging enemy aircraft.
The category contains 11 base-game aircraft and the bonus F-14A Tomcat.
Multirole aircraft balance air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities.
They are particularly attractive when mission objectives involve several target types.
The category includes 12 base-game aircraft and the ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY bonus aircraft.
Attackers specialize in destroying surface targets.
These aircraft are useful for dealing with vehicles, ships, defensive positions, and other ground-based threats.
Some can also defend themselves during aerial combat, but their main advantage is their ability to handle surface-focused missions.
Electronic warfare aircraft focus on specialized support capabilities.
Their systems can help pilots approach combat differently from traditional fighters and attackers.
These aircraft are particularly interesting for players who enjoy tactical support and coordinated engagements.
Every category has a purpose, but you don't need to unlock all aircraft immediately to complete the campaign.
The Aircraft Tree is the main aircraft progression system in Ace Combat 8.
It becomes available during early campaign progression, with post-launch guides placing its introduction after Mission 02, "Nomad."
From there, you can spend earned MRP on aircraft, upgrade parts, and special weapons.
However, understanding how connected nodes work is essential.
Access the Aircraft Tree through the campaign's aircraft preparation and customization menus once it becomes available.
You'll see several branches containing different equipment and aircraft.
Each aircraft node represents a potential unlock, but not every node will be immediately accessible.
Instead of purchasing the first affordable aircraft, look for a plane you actually want to unlock.
For example, you might choose the F-22A Raptor, Su-57 Felon, or F-35C Lightning II as your long-term objective.
Locate the aircraft on the tree and inspect the connections leading toward it.
Follow the connected route backward toward equipment you already own.
This shows which aircraft and upgrade parts stand between you and your target.
You may discover that several smaller purchases are required before the final aircraft becomes available.
Use MRP to unlock the connected nodes.
As you purchase the necessary equipment, additional sections of the tree become accessible.
The exact route depends on your selected aircraft and previously purchased nodes.
Once the required nodes are unlocked, you can purchase the aircraft itself.
After acquiring it, you can equip it for eligible campaign missions and customize it with the available weapons and upgrade parts.
Remember: An aircraft's displayed MRP price is not necessarily the total amount required to reach it from the beginning of the Aircraft Tree.
That distinction is especially important for expensive late-game aircraft.
Fighter aircraft are designed primarily for air superiority and dogfighting.
There are 12 aircraft in this category, including the F-14A bonus plane.
Below are the documented unlock methods and first-copy costs.
MRP Cost: 25,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The MiG-21bis is one of the cheapest aircraft purchases in the game.
It's an affordable option for players who enjoy classic fighter jets or want to expand their collection without a major investment.
You'll need to unlock the connected Aircraft Tree nodes before purchasing it.
MRP Cost: 90,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-14D Super Tomcat is a carrier-based fighter known for its long-range interception capabilities.
It's an attractive option for players who enjoy classic aircraft and want something different from their starting Hornet.
Purchase it through the Aircraft Tree once its required nodes become available.
MRP Cost: 130,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The MiG-29A is a maneuverable fighter suited to aerial combat.
It's worth considering if you're looking for a fighter-focused aircraft without immediately investing in one of the expensive advanced jets.
Its acquisition requires MRP and the relevant Aircraft Tree progression.
MRP Cost: 130,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The MiG-31B specializes in high-speed interception.
It offers a different approach to combat compared with aircraft focused heavily on close-range maneuvering.
Unlock it through the Aircraft Tree after purchasing its prerequisite nodes.
MRP Cost: 180,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-16C is a popular fighter choice for pilots who enjoy responsive aircraft and air-to-air engagements.
Its price places it in the middle of the early fighter progression range.
Plan its route before committing your MRP.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-15C is a powerful traditional air superiority fighter.
It provides a useful target for players who prefer aerial combat over ground attacks.
The aircraft becomes purchasable after the necessary connected nodes are unlocked.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-15J is another aircraft from the Eagle family, offering strong air combat capabilities.
Players interested in collecting different Eagle variants will want to unlock both models eventually.
Like the F-15C, it requires a 240,000 MRP aircraft purchase.
MRP Cost: 350,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Typhoon is an advanced fighter with strong air combat potential.
It represents a more substantial investment than the early fighter options.
Consider pursuing it if you enjoy dogfighting and want an alternative to the most expensive fighters.
MRP Cost: 550,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-22A Raptor is one of the most desirable aircraft in Ace Combat 8.
It's an advanced air superiority fighter and an important aircraft for players interested in post-campaign unlocks.
Acquiring it requires progression through the appropriate Aircraft Tree branch.
The F-22A also qualifies as one of the advanced aircraft needed to access certain post-campaign planes.
MRP Cost: 550,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-57 Felon is another high-end fighter and a popular destination for players who enjoy aggressive air combat.
Its 550,000 MRP aircraft price makes it one of the most expensive regular campaign purchases.
The Su-57 also qualifies for specific post-campaign aircraft requirements.
MRP Cost: 750,000
Unlock Method: Post-campaign Aircraft Tree
The FA-36 Game is one of the original high-end aircraft introduced in Ace Combat 8.
Unlike regular fighters, it isn't available for purchase during ordinary early campaign progression.
You must finish the campaign before gaining access to its post-game section.
Community unlock guides also identify ownership of the F-22A, F-35C, or Su-57 as a prerequisite for reaching the FA-36.
Its full requirements are explained later in this guide.
MRP Cost: Not purchased with MRP
Unlock Method: Preorder bonus or separately available aircraft DLC
The F-14A Tomcat was originally offered as a preorder bonus.
However, Steam also offers the playable F-14A as a separate downloadable aircraft add-on.
This means players who missed the preorder can check their platform's storefront for a separately purchasable entitlement.
The F-14A does not require ordinary Aircraft Tree currency progression.
Multirole aircraft are among the most practical choices for campaign progression.
They can handle mixed combat objectives and give players greater flexibility when missions change.
There are 13 multirole aircraft in the documented roster.
MRP Cost: Free
Unlock Method: Starting aircraft
The F/A-18C Hornet is available from the beginning of Campaign Mode.
You don't need to complete a special mission or spend MRP to obtain your first copy.
Its multirole capabilities make it a reliable aircraft for learning the game.
Keep using it while you decide which branch of the Aircraft Tree to pursue.
MRP Cost: 25,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-4E Phantom II is one of the least expensive aircraft available for purchase.
Its relatively low price makes it an accessible addition to your collection.
However, don't assume that purchasing it is necessary for every advanced aircraft route.
Check the connections in your own Aircraft Tree.
MRP Cost: 130,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Mirage 2000-5 is a lightweight multirole aircraft.
It is also commonly identified in community guides as part of a route toward the F-35C Lightning II.
For players planning to unlock the F-35C, the Mirage is worth inspecting early.
MRP Cost: 180,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-33 is a carrier-capable multirole aircraft.
Its maneuverability and balanced capabilities make it useful for players interested in the Flanker family.
Purchase it through the Aircraft Tree once the connected requirements are satisfied.
MRP Cost: 180,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-47 Berkut stands out because of its distinctive forward-swept wings.
It's an interesting option for players who enjoy maneuver-focused aircraft.
Unlocking it requires 180,000 MRP for the aircraft node, plus any necessary prerequisite purchases.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F/A-18E Super Hornet is an advanced variant of the Hornet family.
It appears in documented multirole progression routes leading toward more expensive aircraft.
Its price is considerably higher than the starting Hornet, so consider whether it supports your chosen branch.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F/A-18F Super Hornet is another multirole aircraft in the same purchase tier.
Community route guides identify the F/A-18E and F/A-18F as possible alternatives along a route toward the F-35C.
Inspect your tree before choosing which one to purchase.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Gripen E provides another multirole option for players looking to diversify their hangar.
Its unlock cost matches the Super Hornet variants.
Choose it if you prefer its available capabilities or want to complete more of the aircraft collection.
MRP Cost: 350,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Rafale M is a capable multirole aircraft with carrier operation capabilities.
It's worth considering when you want a balance between air-to-air engagements and attacks against surface targets.
The aircraft becomes available after progressing through its Aircraft Tree requirements.
MRP Cost: 350,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-35S is an advanced multirole aircraft associated with the Flanker family.
It provides a compelling option for players who prefer maneuverable jets with flexible combat roles.
Its cost places it among the higher-priced regular multirole aircraft.
MRP Cost: 550,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-35C Lightning II is one of the most important aircraft unlocks for players pursuing advanced multirole progression.
Its flexibility makes it an attractive campaign aircraft, while its position in the Aircraft Tree connects it to post-campaign goals.
The F-35C is also one of the qualifying advanced aircraft for the X-40 Nightmare.
We'll explain a commonly documented unlock route below.
MRP Cost: 1,000,000
Unlock Method: Post-campaign Aircraft Tree
The X-40 Nightmare is one of Ace Combat 8's most expensive aircraft.
It cannot be purchased through normal early campaign progression.
You must finish the campaign and own at least one qualifying advanced aircraft.
The X-40's requirements make it one of the major goals for players who want to complete their aircraft collection.
MRP Cost: Not purchased with MRP
Unlock Method: Season 1 Premium Ace Pass
The ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY is a special aircraft obtained through premium seasonal content.
It is not unlocked by progressing through the standard Aircraft Tree.
The Morgan is available as the Level 1 reward of the Season 1 Premium Ace Pass.
Players must also complete the campaign before using it in Campaign Mode.
Its separate acquisition method is covered in more detail later.
Attacker aircraft specialize in destroying surface targets.
If you're interested in collecting every aircraft, you'll need to acquire all six attackers.
One of them can be obtained without spending MRP.
MRP Cost: Free
Unlock Method: Complete Mission 14
The A-6E Intruder is a special campaign unlock.
Complete Mission 14, "Two on the Run," and the aircraft becomes available without an MRP aircraft purchase.
The mission itself involves flying an unarmed A-6, making it a distinctive part of the campaign.
After clearing the mission, check your aircraft collection.
This is an important free aircraft unlock that players should not overlook.
MRP Cost: 90,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-25SM Frogfoot is an attacker designed for close air support.
It's an option for players who want a dedicated ground-attack aircraft.
However, remember that the A-6E becomes available for free during campaign progression.
Consider whether purchasing another attacker immediately supports your goals.
MRP Cost: 130,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-2A is particularly associated with maritime strike operations.
It's useful for players interested in aircraft designed to engage naval and other surface targets.
Unlock it through the Aircraft Tree after purchasing the required connecting nodes.
MRP Cost: 180,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The A-10C Thunderbolt II is a dedicated close air support aircraft.
It's particularly attractive to players who enjoy ground-focused combat.
The A-10C represents a moderate aircraft investment compared with expensive late-game fighters.
MRP Cost: 240,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The Su-34 Fullback is a strike aircraft designed to handle demanding attacks against surface targets.
It's a useful acquisition goal for players who want a heavier attacker.
Like other paid aircraft, it requires the relevant Aircraft Tree progression.
MRP Cost: 350,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The F-15E Strike Eagle is the most expensive attacker in the documented base-game roster.
Its combination of strike capabilities and air combat heritage makes it attractive for players who want a powerful attacker.
Consider it when you've already established your main progression branch and want to expand your strike aircraft collection.
Electronic warfare aircraft provide specialized support capabilities.
There are three playable aircraft in this category.
MRP Cost: 90,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The EA-6B Prowler is the most affordable electronic warfare aircraft.
It's an accessible starting option for players interested in trying this specialized combat role.
Unlock it by purchasing its required Aircraft Tree nodes.
MRP Cost: 350,000
Unlock Method: Aircraft Tree
The EA-18G Growler is an advanced electronic warfare aircraft based on the Super Hornet family.
It's particularly noteworthy because community guides place it along a route toward the F-35C Lightning II.
This makes it potentially useful for players pursuing multirole progression.
MRP Cost: 750,000
Unlock Method: Post-campaign Aircraft Tree
The EA-36 Barricader is the most expensive electronic warfare aircraft.
It becomes available through post-campaign progression.
Community route guides place it beyond the FA-36 Game, meaning the earlier aircraft must be acquired before reaching the Barricader.
Plan for substantial MRP investment if you want this specialized aircraft.
The F-35C Lightning II is one of the most useful advanced aircraft to work toward.
It is also a qualifying aircraft for unlocking the X-40 Nightmare after completing the campaign.
Its aircraft node costs 550,000 MRP, but you'll need additional purchases to reach it.
A commonly documented Aircraft Tree route includes the following aircraft.
You begin with the Hornet already available.
This provides the starting point for the route.
The Mirage is a documented purchase on this progression path.
You'll also need any connecting upgrade nodes required by your current tree.
Community guides identify either Super Hornet variant as a possible choice on this route.
Inspect your Aircraft Tree to determine which branch is available and which purchases you've already completed.
The Growler is another aircraft included in this commonly documented route.
Its electronic warfare capabilities also give you an additional combat option before obtaining the F-35C.
Once the necessary connected nodes are unlocked, purchase the F-35C itself.
The four paid aircraft in this example add up to 1,270,000 MRP.
However, that amount excludes connecting upgrade parts and any other required purchases.
Community route diagrams do not all agree on the exact least-cost path, so treat this as a documented example rather than a guaranteed cheapest route.
The important lesson is to trace your own Aircraft Tree before spending MRP.
The F-22A Raptor and Su-57 Felon are two major fighter progression goals.
Both have an aircraft purchase price of 550,000 MRP.
However, they occupy different parts of the fighter progression system.
To obtain the F-22A:
Open your Aircraft Tree.
Locate the F-22A Raptor node.
Trace the connected requirements backward.
Purchase the necessary aircraft and upgrade parts.
Pay 550,000 MRP when the F-22A becomes available.
The exact total depends on which prerequisites you've already purchased.
The same general method applies to the Su-57.
Find the aircraft in the tree, identify its required nodes, and unlock the connected equipment.
Once its prerequisites are satisfied, you can purchase the Su-57 for 550,000 MRP.
Both are powerful fighter options.
The better target depends on your preferred aircraft and the surrounding progression branch.
If your main goal is obtaining a post-campaign aircraft, remember that either fighter can satisfy the qualifying advanced-aircraft requirement identified in current unlock guides.
You don't need to buy both solely to meet that requirement.
The FA-36 Game is one of the special aircraft available after completing the campaign.
Its unlock requirements differ from those of ordinary Aircraft Tree planes.
Documented requirements:
Complete the campaign through Mission 30, "Song of Wings."
Own a qualifying advanced aircraft, identified in community guides as the F-22A, F-35C, or Su-57.
Unlock any necessary connecting Aircraft Tree nodes.
Purchase the FA-36 Game for 750,000 MRP.
Finishing the campaign does not automatically give you the aircraft.
It removes the story progression restriction and allows you to pursue the remaining unlock requirements.
Before starting a new campaign run, consider inspecting the post-campaign Aircraft Tree and deciding whether the FA-36 fits your goals.
The EA-36 Barricader is another special post-campaign aircraft.
It is an electronic warfare variant related to the FA-36 Game.
According to current community route guides, the Barricader sits beyond the FA-36 branch.
Documented requirements:
Complete the campaign.
Progress through the necessary advanced aircraft branch.
Obtain the FA-36 Game.
Unlock the connecting requirements.
Purchase the EA-36 Barricader for 750,000 MRP.
If you haven't purchased the FA-36, completing the campaign alone won't be enough to obtain the Barricader.
This makes the EA-36 a relatively expensive collection goal.
Prioritize it if you specifically enjoy electronic warfare aircraft or want to complete the entire hangar.
The X-40 Nightmare is one of the most expensive and distinctive aircraft in Ace Combat 8.
Its advanced design makes it a particularly appealing goal for dedicated players.
However, it requires more than earning one million MRP.
To unlock the aircraft:
Complete the campaign through Mission 30.
Own an F-22A Raptor, F-35C Lightning II, or Su-57 Felon.
Unlock the appropriate Aircraft Tree connections.
Pay 1,000,000 MRP for the X-40 Nightmare.
Only one of the three qualifying advanced aircraft is needed for this requirement.
You don't need to purchase all three just to unlock the X-40.
Community route guides also indicate that the FA-36 is not a mandatory prerequisite for the X-40.
That gives players a useful choice.
If your main goal is the Nightmare, you can focus on a qualifying advanced aircraft and pursue the X-40 branch after completing the story.
The X-40's 1,000,000 MRP price is only its final aircraft purchase cost, not necessarily the total cost of reaching it.
The F-14A Tomcat uses a different acquisition system from regular aircraft.
It was originally included as a preorder bonus for Ace Combat 8.
Players who received the entitlement can access the aircraft without purchasing it through the Aircraft Tree.
However, missing the preorder does not necessarily mean you can never obtain it.
The F-14A is also listed as separately purchasable aircraft DLC on Steam.
Players on other platforms should check their respective official storefronts for current availability.
Check whether the bonus content is installed and the entitlement is recognized by your game account.
If the aircraft doesn't appear, verify the installed add-ons and make sure you're using the correct account.
Look for the official F-14A playable aircraft add-on on your platform.
Don't confuse it with the F-14D Super Tomcat.
These are separate aircraft entries with different acquisition methods.
The F-14D is purchased through the Aircraft Tree for 90,000 MRP, while the F-14A uses bonus or DLC access.
The ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY is one of the most unusual aircraft unlocks in Ace Combat 8.
It is not purchased with normal campaign MRP.
Instead, it is connected to the Season 1 Premium Ace Pass in Ace Combat Online.
The Morgan is the Level 1 aircraft reward of the Season 1 premium track.
Eligible players can obtain it through the Premium Ace Pass or Premium Ace Pass Plus.
You do not need to complete the entire Ace Pass to access this Level 1 aircraft reward.
The Deluxe Edition includes a Premium Ace Pass Plus voucher.
However, this voucher isn't automatically restricted to Season 1.
Players can choose which eligible season to redeem it for.
If you want the Morgan through Season 1, make sure you activate the appropriate seasonal premium content.
Owning an unused voucher by itself does not mean you have already claimed the Morgan.
The Morgan can be used in Ace Combat Online through its premium entitlement.
However, Campaign Mode has an additional restriction.
You must complete all campaign missions before using the ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY in Campaign Mode.
Simply purchasing the pass doesn't bypass that campaign requirement.
Bandai Namco has stated that aircraft from Premium Ace Pass seasons are planned to become available through separate purchases after their respective seasons.
However, the precise future store details should be checked through official announcements rather than assumed.
The Morgan's special acquisition method makes it different from ordinary Aircraft Tree planes.
Unlocking every regular and post-campaign aircraft requires a substantial amount of MRP.
According to the documented launch-version aircraft prices:
27 regular paid Aircraft Tree aircraft: 6,400,000 MRP
3 post-campaign paid aircraft: 2,500,000 MRP
Total aircraft purchase prices: 8,900,000 MRP
However, this is not the complete cost of clearing the Aircraft Tree.
The total excludes several additional expenses.
Some upgrade parts are positioned between aircraft nodes.
When these parts are required for progression, you must purchase them before reaching the aircraft farther along the branch.
Special weapons may have their own MRP prices.
These purchases can increase the total investment needed to complete your equipment collection.
You can also purchase additional aircraft copies for your wingmen.
These cost less than purchasing your first copy, but they represent additional spending beyond building your own personal hangar.
The F-14A and ADFX-02 Morgan are acquired through separate entitlements.
Their acquisition is not included in the 8,900,000 MRP aircraft total.
If your goal is to unlock absolutely everything, expect to need more than 8.9 million MRP because aircraft aren't the only purchases in the tree.
MRP is earned through campaign missions and eligible replay activities.
The amount earned depends on your mission performance and difficulty settings.
The most important thing is completing the sortie successfully.
If you're trying to earn currency efficiently, focus on missions you can reliably finish with good results.
Progressing through the story is the natural way to earn MRP while unlocking additional content.
Instead of immediately replaying missions for currency, continue progressing if you're comfortable with the current challenge.
This also brings you closer to free and post-campaign aircraft unlocks.
Free Mission allows players to replay previously completed sorties with their unlocked equipment.
This is useful when you want to earn additional MRP without repeating the entire story.
It also provides an opportunity to experiment with different aircraft and equipment.
Post-launch guides report that higher difficulties provide better MRP multipliers.
However, the highest available difficulty isn't always the most efficient choice for every player.
If you regularly fail a difficult mission, you may earn more consistent rewards by completing a slightly easier one successfully.
Choose the highest difficulty that you can clear reliably.
Mission 28, "A Thousand Points of Light," is identified by several post-launch guides as a strong MRP farming option.
It contains numerous airborne targets and offers access to the Cima Island airstrip for rearming.
This makes it attractive once you've unlocked Free Mission and become comfortable handling large aerial engagements.
However, don't assume that a particular mission will always be the most efficient option for every aircraft or player.
Your loadout, difficulty, and completion consistency all matter.
For a detailed comparison of earning methods, refer to a dedicated MRP farming guide rather than treating aircraft unlocking and currency optimization as the same topic.
Although this guide covers every plane, you don't need to purchase every aircraft in the order it appears.
Choosing a useful destination can make progression much easier.
The starting F/A-18C is already a useful aircraft.
From there, a long-term target such as the F-35C gives you access to a flexible aircraft for different mission objectives.
This also supports post-campaign progression toward the X-40.
Players who mainly enjoy air combat may prefer to focus on a fighter branch.
Both the F-22A and Su-57 are strong advanced aircraft goals.
They also satisfy the qualifying-aircraft requirement for certain post-campaign unlocks.
If you frequently struggle with missions involving surface targets, an attacker may be worth purchasing.
The A-10C Thunderbolt II and Su-34 Fullback are possible options.
However, the A-6E Intruder becomes available for free after Mission 14.
Consider your existing aircraft before spending MRP unnecessarily.
Completion-focused players should eventually pursue the FA-36, EA-36, and X-40.
These are expensive aircraft with campaign completion requirements.
There's no need to rush them before you've unlocked useful equipment for the rest of the story.
Players can lose considerable time by misunderstanding aircraft progression.
Avoid these mistakes when building your hangar.
Saving only the aircraft's displayed price.
The final node price doesn't include all prerequisite purchases. Inspect the full connected route before deciding how much MRP you need.
Buying every cheap aircraft immediately.
Low prices can be tempting, but purchasing unrelated branches may delay your main goal.
Ignoring free aircraft.
The starting F/A-18C and the A-6E obtained after Mission 14 do not require MRP aircraft purchases.
Trying to unlock the X-40 before finishing the story.
The X-40 requires campaign completion and a qualifying advanced aircraft.
Assuming the FA-36 and EA-36 unlock automatically.
Both require additional Aircraft Tree progression and substantial MRP investment.
Confusing the F-14A with the F-14D.
The F-14A is obtained through a bonus entitlement or separate DLC, while the F-14D is a normal Aircraft Tree purchase.
Assuming the Morgan is unlocked with campaign MRP.
The ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY is associated with Premium Ace Pass content, not standard Aircraft Tree purchases.
Forgetting that online progression is separate.
Campaign aircraft acquisitions do not automatically unlock the same planes in Ace Combat Online.
Spending all your MRP before buying useful equipment.
A weapon or upgrade part may improve your current aircraft more immediately than another plane.
Assuming every published Aircraft Tree route is the cheapest possible route.
Community diagrams can differ. Always check your current in-game tree and existing purchases.
The safest strategy is to identify your target aircraft, inspect its requirements, and avoid purchases that don't help you reach it.
The documented launch roster contains 34 playable aircraft.
That includes 32 base-game aircraft, the F-14A bonus aircraft, and the ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY associated with Premium Ace Pass content.
You can obtain the regular base-game aircraft through campaign progression and earned MRP without making separate aircraft purchases outside the game.
However, the F-14A and ADFX-02 Morgan have special bonus or premium acquisition methods.
Post-launch guides report that the Aircraft Tree becomes available after completing Campaign Mission 02, "Nomad."
Once available, you can use earned MRP to purchase aircraft, weapons, and upgrade parts.
Progress through its Aircraft Tree branch and purchase the required connected nodes.
Once available, the F-22A aircraft purchase costs 550,000 MRP.
The Su-57 requires Aircraft Tree progression and costs 550,000 MRP for the aircraft itself.
Additional prerequisite purchases may be necessary.
The F-35C costs 550,000 MRP after its prerequisite nodes are unlocked.
A commonly documented route includes the Mirage 2000-5, a Super Hornet variant, and EA-18G Growler, with additional connecting parts.
Complete the campaign, own an F-22A, F-35C, or Su-57, and unlock the required Aircraft Tree connections.
The X-40 costs 1,000,000 MRP.
Finish the campaign and progress through the required advanced aircraft branch.
The FA-36 costs 750,000 MRP.
Complete the campaign and follow the post-campaign branch through the FA-36 Game.
The EA-36 aircraft node costs 750,000 MRP.
Complete Mission 14, "Two on the Run."
The A-6E becomes available without an MRP aircraft purchase afterward.
The F-14A was offered as a preorder bonus and is also available as separately purchasable aircraft DLC on Steam.
Check the official storefront for your platform.
The Morgan is a Level 1 aircraft reward from the Season 1 Premium Ace Pass.
For Campaign Mode use, you must also complete all campaign missions.
The 30 MRP-purchased aircraft cost a combined 8,900,000 MRP at their documented launch-version aircraft prices.
The total is higher when necessary upgrade parts and additional equipment purchases are included.
Yes.
Aircraft, weapons, and parts purchased through campaign progression carry over into subsequent campaign runs and eligible Free Mission activities.
No.
Although the modes share the playable aircraft roster, progression is separate.
You must acquire aircraft through the appropriate systems in each mode.
Unlocking every aircraft in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is a substantial goal, but the process becomes much easier once you understand the Aircraft Tree.
The biggest mistake is treating aircraft progression like a normal shop.
Having enough MRP for a particular plane doesn't mean you can immediately purchase it.
You also need to unlock the required equipment and aircraft along its connected branch.
Start with your free F/A-18C Hornet, choose a useful progression target, and make purchases that move you toward that goal.
Remember to collect the free A-6E Intruder after Mission 14 and finish the campaign to gain access to the game's advanced post-campaign aircraft.
If you're working toward the X-40 Nightmare, prepare by obtaining a qualifying advanced fighter or multirole aircraft.
For completionists, the 30 paid Aircraft Tree planes represent 8.9 million MRP in aircraft purchases alone, with additional costs required for other equipment.
The F-14A Tomcat and ADFX-02 Morgan – PIXY also require separate acquisition methods, so don't expect to find them as normal MRP purchases.
Whether you're collecting classic fighters, building a versatile hangar, or chasing the most advanced aircraft in the game, understanding the requirements before spending your currency will save you plenty of frustration.
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