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Runway Landing
Grand Theft Auto V

Runway Landing

Learn the best techniques for a smooth and successful runway landing in Grand Theft Auto V. Get tips on gradual descent, braking, and taxiing to the checkpoint for Gold.

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Learn the best techniques for a smooth and successful runway landing in Grand Theft Auto V. Get tips on gradual descent, braking, and taxiing to the checkpoint for Gold.

Alright, so you've made it to the Runway Landing challenge in GTA V's Flight School. The goal here is pretty straightforward: land the plane on the runway, taxi to a specific spot, and come to a complete stop. Sounds easy enough, right? But nailing it, especially for that Gold Medal, takes a bit of finesse. Let's get you through this.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    You'll start in the air with the runway visible in the distance. Keep your speed up for now, but start a slow, gradual descent. The trick here is *gradual*. Don't try to slam the plane down.
  2. 2
    The first checkpoint is pretty far up the runway. Your best bet is to aim your landing a little *before* it. This saves you precious seconds on the taxiing part later.
  3. 3
    As soon as the timer starts ticking down, begin reducing your altitude. Don't slow down just yet, though. Wait until you're closer to the runway itself.
  4. 4
    Once you're passing the start of the runway, ease off the accelerator just a bit. Now's also the time to lower your landing gear. Keep reducing your speed gradually.
  5. 5
    Your target is to land just in front of that first runway checkpoint. Once you're on the ground, apply enough brake to control your taxiing.
  6. 6
    Use the rudders to steer yourself towards the final checkpoint. Once you're there, hit the brakes fully to bring the plane to a complete stop.
Tips
  • The biggest mistake people make is trying to tip the plane too much to descend quickly. This usually just makes you bounce off the runway, wasting time and potentially failing the challenge.
  • Think smooth and controlled. Ease back on the accelerator as you get closer to the ground – don't just cut the throttle completely.
  • Landing before the first checkpoint is key for saving time on the taxi. Don't try to land right on top of it.

Medal Requirements:

Bronze01:10
Silver00:55
Gold00:35

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