It takes a dedicated warrior with unending loyalty to strap in behind the control yoke of a
TIE fighter and pilot the fragile, speedy craft into battle. Imperial combat pilots are well trained to overcome the inherent design flaws of the TIE fighter, and turn it into a formidable and deadly vessel.
TIE fighter pilots wear a flight helmet reminiscent of the stormtrooper design, with breather tubes affixed to provide necessary life support in the cramped quarters of their starfighters.