Flat Hatting

Learn how to nail the Flat Hatting mission in Grand Theft Auto V! Get tips on using rudders, knife flights, and managing altitude for that Gold medal time.

Alright, this mission, 'Flat Hatting,' is your first big test in the flight school. It's all about putting everything you've learned so far into practice. You've got a 21-checkpoint course to fly through at low altitude, and to get that Gold medal, you'll need to master your rudders and even pull off a knife flight or two. Seriously, keep a close eye on your altitude – try to fly just a bit above each checkpoint. It gives you a little more room for error, which you'll definitely appreciate.

For the first few checkpoints, you won't need to do much. Just tap your rudders gently to line yourself up. No need to tip the plane over yet, but be ready to counter any turbulence. Things get a bit more interesting when you hit the first double arrow checkpoint. This is where you'll need to hold down the rudder to make that turn. If you need to speed things up, a slight tilt of the plane can help.

Next, you'll be turning back towards the docks. This part can be tricky because there are a few obstacles. Don't skim too close! Give yourself plenty of space above the checkpoints. Pay special attention to the poles above the shipping containers – they're right in your path. As you head back over the water, you'll need to use a lot of rudder to nail that next checkpoint.

Finally, you'll fly through the remaining checkpoints. Just a slight bank to the right with your rudder will get you to the checkered finish line. Don't sweat the landing; it's not part of the challenge here.

Medal Requirements:

• Bronze: 03:00
• Silver: 02:35
• Gold: 02:15