Minor Turbulence

Trevor hijacks a Merryweather cargo plane to secure a valuable shipment, showcasing his chaotic and fearless approach to criminal operations.

“Minor Turbulence” is a major story mission in Grand Theft Auto V, where Trevor Philips seizes control of a Merryweather cargo plane. The mission features intense action sequences, including a mid-air hijacking and a thrilling escape, highlighting Trevor’s unpredictable and reckless behavior. This mission is a key turning point in Trevor’s storyline, demonstrating his boldness in tackling high-risk heists.

In “Minor Turbulence,” Trevor infiltrates a cargo plane carrying sensitive equipment for Merryweather Security. The mission begins with Trevor using his stunt plane to board the larger aircraft mid-flight. After a chaotic battle inside the cargo hold, Trevor must then pilot the stolen plane through enemy fire and land it safely. The mission is packed with action, including aerial maneuvers, intense combat, and a dramatic ending.

Objectives

• Fly to the rendezvous point at McKenzie Airfield.
• Use the stunt plane to board the cargo plane mid-flight.
• Fight off Merryweather guards inside the plane.
• Pilot the cargo plane and evade incoming military jets.
• Escape the crashing plane and survive the landing.

Setting

This mission unfolds across the skies of Blaine County and inside a massive cargo plane. It offers a unique combination of aerial action and interior combat, making for a dynamic and thrilling experience. The mission’s setting emphasizes Trevor’s audacity as he hijacks the plane at high altitude, while the open skies offer an impressive backdrop for the intense events that follow.

Objective 1: Fly to McKenzie Airfield

• Preparation: The mission begins with Trevor receiving intel about a valuable cargo aboard a Merryweather plane. Fly Trevor’s stunt plane from McKenzie Airfield to intercept the cargo plane.
• Takeoff: Get into the stunt plane and take off from the airfield, heading toward the cargo plane’s flight path. Follow the waypoint on the map to ensure you’re on course.

Objective 2: Board the Cargo Plane

• Fly Close: Once you spot the cargo plane, position Trevor’s plane behind and below it. Stay close enough to perform a mid-air boarding.
• Boarding the Plane: Trevor will automatically fly into the cargo hold when you get close. A cutscene plays as Trevor jumps from the stunt plane into the larger cargo plane.

Objective 3: Fight Inside the Plane

• Combat in the Cargo Hold: Inside the cargo plane, Trevor is confronted by Merryweather guards. Use cover and engage in combat to take down the enemies while advancing through the plane.
• Clear the Cockpit: After eliminating the guards, head toward the cockpit to take control of the aircraft. Watch for more guards as you make your way forward.

Objective 4: Pilot the Cargo Plane

• Take Control: Once Trevor reaches the cockpit, he takes control of the plane. You will need to fly the cargo plane and deal with incoming military jets.
• Evade Military Jets: Military jets will try to shoot down the cargo plane. Perform evasive maneuvers, but ultimately, the jets will force the plane to be damaged.

Objective 5: Escape the Crashing Plane

• Parachute Out: With the plane severely damaged, Trevor has no choice but to jump out with a parachute. Once you bail out, deploy the parachute and safely land in the desert.
• Survive the Landing: After landing safely, the mission ends with Trevor walking away from the wreckage, setting up future conflicts with Merryweather.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: A cutscene will play showing the aftermath of Trevor’s reckless heist and the destruction of the cargo plane. Merryweather is furious, and this will have lasting consequences in future Missions.
• Rewards: Completing the mission progresses the storyline and triggers further interactions with Merryweather, as well as cash rewards and access to new Missions.

• The mission name, “Minor Turbulence,” is a play on the fact that Trevor causes major destruction while flying a cargo plane.
• This mission highlights Trevor’s trademark chaotic and fearless personality, with him hijacking a plane mid-air and taking on an entire Security team single-handedly.
• The stunt plane used by Trevor in this mission is inspired by real-life acrobatic planes, offering high maneuverability but low durability.
• Players experience a mix of gameplay styles, including flying, shooting, and parachuting, making this one of the more varied Missions in GTA V.
• The mission offers one of the most dramatic moments in the game with the crashing of the cargo plane and Trevor’s daring escape.
• The cargo plane crash sequence is one of the most visually stunning set-pieces in the game, showcasing the destructibility and detailed design of Vehicles.
• This mission escalates Trevor’s ongoing conflict with Merryweather Security, which plays a major role in later parts of the storyline.