[The shields on the buoy hold...though.]

I've been flying since I was ten. It takes time and practice, but it's not too difficult once you get the hang of things.

Now, do you see the switch to your left? That's the torpedo bay. You've got eight on-board. I'd like for you to try and use them on the buoy. The switch will turn on your targeting computer and give you a lock if you keep the target in your sights for a few seconds and the red button under it will fire.