At one time, the Z-95 was the most common starfighter in the galaxy. Though unable to compete with the newer fighters, it is still widely used by mercenaries, private corporations, and planetary governments who cannot afford (or are forbidden to purchase) the latest generation of vessels. There are no Z-95s in the Alliance Fleet (Z-95 has no hyperspace engines), but the Alliance still employs a few on defensive stations in low risk sectors.
Although unable to compete with newer starfighters in performance or weaponry, the Z-95 is an extremely durable fighter, able to absorb damage with the best of them. In fact, Incom designers incorporated many of the Z-95's hull and ray-shielding features when creating the phenomenally successful X-wing starfighter.
Built with Incom's typical simplicity of design, the Z-95 is easily altered to suit different mission profiles. Typical modifications include additional weapons (usually ground-attack missiles), extended range, increased sublight speed, and better rear shielding. Attempts have been made to add hyperdrive engines, but that has been found to be entirely too costly to be worth the effort.
A two-seat training model of Z-95 has been produced, as well. This lightly-armored craft is often used for ferrying runs in-system or between ships in a fleet. | 
