Minor Turbulence turns a crop-duster flight into the theft of a cargo aircraft. The two gold objectives are straightforward but occur in different phases: maintain 80% shooting accuracy inside the aircraft, then leave it in a Mesa before parachuting to safety.
Step-by-step walkthrough
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Follow the cargo aircraft at low altitude
After the opening call, take Trevor and Ron to McKenzie Field and board the Duster. Follow the cargo plane while staying low through the restricted-airspace portion. Watch the terrain ahead and avoid climbing simply to get closer to the target.
Once the mission permits it, gain altitude towards the cargo plane’s rear. Keep the Duster aligned with the open ramp rather than approaching from the side.
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Fly into the open cargo bay
Continue behind the plane despite the warnings. When the ramp opens and guards begin firing, line up with the centre of the bay and fly inside. A stable approach is more useful than a last-second steep climb.
The Duster crashes into the cargo hold as part of the boarding sequence. Once Trevor is on foot, use the available cover and clear the guards with deliberate shots to preserve the 80% accuracy target.
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Reach the cockpit and take control
Fight forward through the hold, watching for enemies near the vehicles and the route to the cockpit. Stop firing when a target falls and avoid spraying into cargo that blocks the shot. Eliminate the pilot and take the controls.
Head towards the airfield until the fighter interception changes the objective. The damage from that scripted encounter is part of the mission; it is not a challenge to outrun the jets indefinitely.
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Drive the Mesa out and parachute clear
When ordered to abandon the aircraft, return to the cargo hold and enter the Mesa. Drive it out through the rear ramp for Four Wheel Flier. After the vehicle clears the plane, exit the Mesa in the air and deploy Trevor’s parachute.
Do not remain in the vehicle until it hits the ground. Steer the parachute to a safe landing area and touch down to finish.
Gold medal checklist
- Accuracy: Finish with at least 80% shooting accuracy during the combat sections.
- Four Wheel Flier: Leave the cargo plane in the Mesa, then exit the vehicle and parachute to safety.
Common questions
Can I save the cargo plane after the jets attack?
The mission moves into a scripted evacuation. Follow the exit objective and use the Mesa if you want gold.
Does driving the Mesa out finish the escape?
No. Jump out of the Mesa in mid-air and use the parachute before it crashes.
What happens next
Michael and Trevor continue the Blaine County storyline, including planning the Paleto bank robbery.