The T-65 X-wing starfighter was an type of starfighter that was used by the Rebel Alliance and was one of the most iconic ships seen in the Rebel fleet. Possessing deflector shields, a hyperdrive, an R2 astromech for repairs and navigation, and a complement of proton torpedoes, the X-wing allowed the Rebellion to launch raids in Imperial space with improved odds of a successful mission. The T-65 was Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker's personal starship.