Eye in the Sky

Franklin uses the advantage of aerial surveillance provided by Trevor to locate and steal a high-end sports car for Devin Weston.

“Eye in the Sky” is a mission in Grand Theft Auto V that highlights Franklin’s role in working with Devin Weston. Assisted by Trevor from the air, Franklin must locate and steal a rare car, utilizing the unique capabilities of a police helicopter’s thermal camera. This mission showcases coordination and the use of advanced technology in a high-stakes car theft.

In “Eye in the Sky,” Franklin is tasked by Devin Weston to steal a rare luxury car, the *Z-Type*, which is driving around Los Santos. Trevor aids Franklin by flying a police helicopter equipped with a thermal imaging camera, helping him pinpoint the target vehicle. Players must utilize both Franklin’s driving skills and Trevor’s aerial surveillance to locate, steal, and deliver the car to Devin’s contact.

Objectives

• Meet Trevor at the Los Santos International Airport.
• Fly the police helicopter and use its thermal camera to locate the target vehicle.
• Switch to Franklin and steal the *Z-Type*.
• Evade the police and deliver the car to Devin Weston’s contact.

Setting

The mission takes place across the streets of Los Santos, showcasing the city’s urban environment and busy traffic. The aerial surveillance from the helicopter provides a bird’s-eye view of the city as players search for the rare car amidst the chaotic cityscape.

Objective 1: Meet Trevor at the Airport

• Briefing: The mission begins with Franklin meeting Trevor, who has stolen a police helicopter outfitted with a thermal camera. Players take control of Trevor to assist Franklin in finding the car.
• Take Off: As Trevor, fly the helicopter into the sky and follow the on-screen prompts to activate the thermal camera. The camera will be used to scan the streets for the target vehicle.

Objective 2: Locate the Target Vehicle

• Thermal Scanning: Use the helicopter’s thermal vision to scan for Cars that match the profile of the *Z-Type*. You’ll need to switch between different views and zoom in on Vehicles driving around the city.
• Finding the Driver: After locating the vehicle, identify the correct target by scanning the people inside the car using the thermal camera. Once confirmed, the camera will tag the vehicle, allowing Franklin to take over the operation.

Objective 3: Switch to Franklin and Steal the Car

• On the Ground: Control switches to Franklin once the car is located. Drive to the marked location and follow the target vehicle without drawing attention.
• Steal the Car: When the moment is right, approach the car and steal it. Be mindful of the police presence as taking the car might trigger a response from Law Enforcement.

Objective 4: Evade the Police and Deliver the Car

• Escape: After stealing the *Z-Type*, Franklin must evade any pursuing police Vehicles. Use Franklin’s special driving ability to navigate through traffic and evade the authorities.
• Deliver the Car: Once the police have been shaken off, drive the car to the designated location, where Devin Weston’s contact is waiting to take possession of the vehicle.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: After delivering the car, a cutscene will show Franklin receiving a call from Devin Weston, who praises Franklin for his work. This mission further strengthens Franklin’s relationship with Devin and sets up future jobs.
• Rewards: Completing the mission rewards players with cash and moves the story forward, leading to new opportunities for Franklin.

• The thermal camera mechanic is one of the more unique gameplay features in the game, offering players a different perspective of Los Santos.
• The *Z-Type* is based on the real-world Bugatti Type 57, a rare and valuable car, making it a prized target in the mission.
• This mission introduces players to the growing relationship between Franklin and Devin Weston, a key figure in Franklin’s storyline.
• If players spend too much time scanning Vehicles with the helicopter, they risk losing track of the target, adding tension to the search.
• The mission highlights Franklin’s evolving role as a high-profile thief, taking on increasingly dangerous and complex jobs.