Phoenix Leader (Ibaar)

A human male flew under the callsign "Phoenix Leader" for Phoenix Cell, an anti-Galactic Empire fleet composed of RZ-1 A-wing interceptors that operated under the command of Jun Sato. During 4 BBY, Phoenix Leader led the squadron in an attack against the Empire over the planet Ibaar in an attempt to break the Imperial's planetary blockade and deliver relief supplies to Ibaar's starving populace. When the supply ship Transport One was destroyed by the Imperial defenses the rebels ordered a full retreat. However, the life of Phoenix Leader was claimed by Imperial fire during the escape. Rebel pilot Hera Syndulla was later promoted as the human's successor after her participation in a second rebel strike against the blockade that proved successful.

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