The Vertical Swoop represents a strategic maneuver for bombers. This tactic was conceived by Captain Tomax Bren of the Imperial Scimitar assault wing. Its initial deployment occurred during the assault aimed at dislodging Rebel forces within the Aturi Cluster.
- Imperial Sourcebook (Initial mention)
- Imperial Sourcebook, Second Edition
- " Special Military Unit Intelligence Update " — Star Wars Adventure Journal 15 (First time it was named Vertical Swoop)