Minor Turbulence
Story Mission in Grand Theft Auto V
"Sometimes you have to take to the skies to get the job done."
You know, the cargo plane full of crates? We had to get it out of there. — Trevor Philips
Overview
In 'Minor Turbulence', Trevor Philips embarks on a daring mission to intercept and hijack a Merryweather cargo plane. The mission begins with Trevor taking off in a small plane from Sandy Shores Airfield. His objective is to board the larger cargo plane mid-flight and steal its valuable cargo.
The mission involves a high-stakes aerial confrontation as Trevor navigates the skies, avoiding enemy fire and attempting to land the cargo plane safely. This mission is crucial in setting up the events for 'The Paleto Score Setup'.
Trevor's bold actions in this mission demonstrate his reckless nature and willingness to take extreme risks to achieve his goals.
Mission Objectives
- Fly the plane to the cargo plane.
- Enter the cargo plane.
- Eliminate the Merryweather guards.
- Take control of the cargo plane.
- Land the cargo plane safely.
Walkthrough
1 Take Off from Sandy Shores
- Fly the plane to the cargo plane. Trevor takes off from Sandy Shores Airfield in a small plane and heads towards the Merryweather cargo plane.
2 Board the Cargo Plane
- Enter the cargo plane. Trevor positions his plane above the cargo plane and jumps onto it, entering through the open cargo bay.
3 Neutralize the Guards
- Eliminate the Merryweather guards. Once inside, Trevor must fight his way through the cargo hold, taking out the armed guards.
4 Seize Control
- Take control of the cargo plane. Trevor makes his way to the cockpit and takes control of the plane from the pilots.
5 Land the Cargo Plane
- Land the cargo plane safely. Trevor attempts to land the plane safely, but is forced to crash land after being intercepted by military jets.
Gold Medal Objectives
- Accuracy — Achieve a shooting accuracy of at least 80%.
- Four Wheel Flier — Exit the cargo plane in the Mesa.
- Mission Time — Complete the mission within 12 minutes.
To achieve the gold medal, focus on precise shooting to maintain high accuracy. Use cover effectively when dealing with guards. Be quick during the mission to meet the time requirement.
Aftermath
After the mission, Trevor survives the crash landing and escapes from the wreckage. The events of this mission lead directly into 'The Paleto Score Setup', where Trevor and his crew plan a major heist.
The mission showcases Trevor's audacious approach to problem-solving and further escalates tensions with Merryweather Security.
Trivia
- This mission is one of the few in the game that involves aerial combat and hijacking.
- The mission's title, 'Minor Turbulence', is a play on words referring to both the physical turbulence experienced during flight and the chaotic events of the mission.
- The cargo plane is a heavily armed and guarded Merryweather aircraft, highlighting the high stakes of the mission.
- Trevor's plane is a Cuban 800, a small and agile aircraft suitable for the daring boarding maneuver.
- Successfully landing the cargo plane is impossible due to military intervention, leading to a scripted crash landing.
Featured
- Trevor PhilipsPlayable protagonist
- Merryweather SecurityAntagonists
- Cuban 800Trevor's plane
- Merryweather Cargo PlaneMission target
- Sandy Shores AirfieldStarting location
