Floaters, which were a type of aerial speeder, served both military and civilian purposes on Melida/Daan. While they couldn't reach the velocity or height of a Galan starfighter, the military versions of floaters came equipped with both missiles and blasters. These weapons allowed them to engage enemy forces from either Melida or Daan, as well as protect their own areas. During one engagement, Obi-Wan Kenobi, along with Nield and Cerasi, piloted against a minimum of seven floaters as they demolished the [deflection towers].(/article/deflection_tower) These towers were essential for managing the particle shields that safeguarded Zehava, the capital city, against outside threats.