Michael and Trevor are hired to eliminate a high-profile target in a dramatic airborne assassination mission, followed by a ground pursuit.

“Caida Libre” is a key mission in Grand Theft Auto V that highlights the intense partnership between Protagonists Michael De Santa and Trevor Philips. Commissioned by the ruthless Martin Madrazo, the mission involves a daring assassination of a witness, resulting in a thrilling chase as players track a falling plane. The mission combines long-range sniping with a fast-paced pursuit, providing an exhilarating experience that showcases the unpredictable nature of Trevor and the precision of Michael.

“Caida Libre” sees Michael and Trevor working for Martin Madrazo to eliminate Javier Madrazo, who is planning to testify against him. The mission starts with Michael using a long-range Sniper Rifle to damage Javier’s plane, and then switches to Trevor, who pursues the crashing plane on a dirt bike to recover important documents from the wreckage.

Objectives

• Drive to the Galileo Observatory to prepare for the mission.
• Use the mounted Sniper Rifle to shoot down Javier’s plane.
• Switch to Trevor and pursue the crashing plane through the countryside.
• Retrieve the sensitive documents from the downed aircraft.
• Meet Michael at Stoner Cement Works after completing the mission.

Setting

The mission begins at the Galileo Observatory in Los Santos and progresses through the scenic rural areas of Great Chaparral and Sandy Shores as Trevor chases the damaged plane. The dynamic shift from sniping at high altitudes to speeding across rugged terrain adds to the excitement of the mission.

Objective 1: Meet with Madrazo

• Preparation: The mission starts with Michael and Trevor arriving at Martin Madrazo’s residence, La Fuente Blanca. Madrazo tasks them with eliminating Javier, who is about to testify against him.
• Dialogue: Pay attention to the conversation, as it outlines the mission’s objectives and Madrazo’s ruthless nature.

Objective 2: Drive to the Galileo Observatory

• Traveling: Players control Michael and must drive to the Galileo Observatory, where Madrazo has left a black van (Burrito) containing a high-powered Sniper Rifle.
• Route Planning: Follow the GPS route carefully, and drive safely to avoid unnecessary attention from the police or causing damage to the vehicle.

Objective 3: Set Up the Rifle

• Find the Van: Upon arrival at the observatory, locate the black Burrito van parked nearby. Approach the vehicle and enter it to access the Sniper Rifle.
• Prepare for the Shot: Use the mounted rifle from the back of the van to locate Javier’s plane, an Air Emu Shamal jet, and take aim at the engine. Pay attention to the aiming system and trajectory indicators.

Objective 4: Shoot Down the Plane

• Take the Shot: Fire three precise shots at the plane’s engine to disable it. Look for the red targeting square to guide your aim. Once hit, the plane will start losing altitude and control.
• Switch to Trevor: After disabling the plane, control switches to Trevor, who is waiting to pursue the falling aircraft on a Sanchez dirt bike.

Objective 5: Chase the Crashing Plane

• Pursuit: As Trevor, hop on the dirt bike and chase the plane through the rugged hills and countryside of Great Chaparral and Sandy Shores. Follow the plane’s erratic path, using the bike’s off-road capabilities to keep up.
• Retrieve the Documents: When the plane crashes, dismount the bike, approach the wreckage, and kill Javier if necessary. Retrieve the sensitive documents from the crash site.

Objective 6: Escape and Meet Michael

• Escape: After securing the documents, there is no immediate police presence, so simply ride the bike to meet Michael at Stoner Cement Works.
• Cutscene: Upon arrival, a cutscene plays where Trevor, in an impulsive move, kidnaps Martin Madrazo’s wife, Patricia, setting up future conflicts in the storyline.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: The mission ends with Trevor taking Patricia, enraging Madrazo and deepening the conflict. This sets up a series of events that complicates the relationship between the Protagonists and Madrazo.
• Rewards: Successfully completing this mission unlocks further story progress and character development, particularly regarding the escalating tension between Trevor and Madrazo.

• The mission title, “Caida Libre,” means “Free Fall” in Spanish, referencing both the plane’s fall and the chaotic events that follow.
• The mission gives players a rare opportunity to engage in long-distance sniping as part of the main story, a unique feature in the game.
• Trevor’s dirt bike chase is an homage to classic action movies with high-speed pursuits and dramatic plane crashes.
• This mission highlights the growing volatility between Trevor and Michael, as their partnership becomes more strained.
• Trevor’s kidnapping of Patricia is a pivotal moment, significantly impacting the storyline and leading to some of the game’s more emotional cutscenes.