How to Learn to Fly in GTA V

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to the location marked on the map for your first lesson.

   This is the first practical lesson anyone really takes, even in real-life.
   
   Jackson the flight instructor will be instructing you over the radio.
   
   You will first be shown the preview of the challenge. , The target Gold time is located on the bottom right corner, above your actual time., R2 and let the aircraft gain some speed.
   
   Once it reaches V2 (speed at which there is a positive climb rate), it should automatically lift., You will notice a bit of jerkiness – this is turbulence and also a sign of your character’s inexperience in handling aircraft.
   
   Try to counter the turbulence by gently banking opposite to its force., If you retract your gear in time, you will be able to reduce drag on the aircraft and perform this first lesson faster, increasing your chances of acquiring a Gold rating.
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   Step 2: Take control after a countdown of 3 seconds.

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   Step 3: Accelerate with RT or .

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   Step 4: Retract the landing gear once you are around 100 feet (30.5 m) above the air.

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   Step 5: Aim for the floating yellow ring towards the runway.

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