Eagle Airstrike

The Eagle Airstrike is a a stratagem where Eagle-1 will carpet bomb the area with 6 unguided bombs. These bombs are capable of destroying Bug Holes, Automaton Fabricators, illegal broadcast towers, and normal buildings. These bombs are highly effective against medium armor targets and can even kill Hulks, Tanks, and Bile Titans with a direct hit. The airstrike is a quickly deployable and versatile stratagem which makes it a favorite amongst experienced Helldivers.

The airstrike is capable of being improved as well. The default number of strikes between reloads can be increased from 2 to 3 with the Expanded Weapons Bay Ship Module. The number of bombs can be increased to 7 with the "XXL Weapons Bay" Ship Module.

Tactical Uses
Most Helldivers will use the Eagle Airstrike as a quick and efficient way of clearing Automation Fabricators and Bug Nests. A single strike can easily take out the small and some medium outposts/nests with most to all of its defenders. This means a well coordinated team can quickly clear most minor pockets of resistance without having to fire a shot.

A well placed airstrike can also wipeout many patrols with containing light and medium armored units.

There are a couple of drawbacks to the Eagle Airstrike. Firstly, the airstrike and other Eagle stratagems cannot be used near Anti-Air Emplacements until the turrets are destroyed. Secondly, the airstrike is not very effective in canyons or areas hear steep hills/cliffs. Depending on the Eagle's attack vector, most bombs may hit the plateau above the canyon or strike the hilltop instead of the intended target at the base. The airstrike will be most effective in open areas.