GTA 6 Helicopters
Attack choppers, news helicopters, and civilian aircraft from GTA 6 trailers. Dominate the skies above Vice City and escape any pursuit.
Top Performers
The fastest helicopters ranked by top speed
Buzzard Attack Chopper
MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird
Sea Sparrow
Sikorsky S-300, Aérospatiale Alouette II
Maverick
Bell 206L Longranger
Complete Collection
All 4 helicopters available in GTA 6
Buzzard Attack Chopper
MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird
Maverick
Bell 206L Longranger
Police Maverick
Eurocopter AS350B
Sea Sparrow
Sikorsky S-300, Aérospatiale Alouette II
Helicopters in GTA 6
Vice City in 2002 was the first GTA to let players fly helicopters. The Maverick (Bell 206) became the standard civilian chopper. The VCN Maverick carried news crews, the Police Maverick chased criminals, and the Sparrow (Bell 47) offered a lighter alternative. The Sea Sparrow unlocked after collecting 80 hidden packages, adding pontoons for water landings.
The Hunter attack helicopter, based on the Boeing AH-64 Apache, appeared at Fort Baxter after collecting all 100 hidden packages or completing the final mission. GTA 5 expanded the roster with the Buzzard (MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird), Savage (Mil Mi-24 Hind), and Annihilator (Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk). The Akula added stealth capabilities with design elements from the Bell AH-1 Cobra.
GTA 6 trailer 2 shows police helicopters pursuing Jason and Lucia as they jump from buildings. The Buzzard returns with combat capabilities. Multiple police departments across Leonida operate their own helicopter units including Vice City PD, Vice Dale PD, and the Leonida Highway Patrol. News choppers will cover the chaos players create.
Helicopter Types in GTA 6
GTA 6 helicopters fall into four categories based on their role and capabilities.
Attack Helicopters
Armed gunships with missiles and miniguns. The Buzzard (AH-6 Little Bird) offers speed and agility. The Savage (Mi-24 Hind) provides heavy firepower. The Hunter (AH-64 Apache) from Vice City may return. These helicopters dominate combat but attract military response.
Civilian Helicopters
Transport choppers without weapons. The Maverick (Bell 206) serves as the standard civilian helicopter. The Frogger offers similar performance with different styling. These spawn at helipads across Vice City and work well for quick transportation.
Service Helicopters
Police and news helicopters that monitor the city. The Police Maverick pursues wanted players. The VCN Maverick broadcasts news footage. Stealing these provides quick transport but immediately raises wanted levels.
Utility Helicopters
Heavy-lift helicopters for cargo transport. The Cargobob carries vehicles with its hook system. The Skylift handles oversized loads. These helicopters are slow but essential for vehicle recovery and certain heist setups.
Helicopter Flying Tips
Helicopters offer vertical takeoff but require practice to master. Here is how to fly effectively.
Hover Control
Ascend to 10-15 feet and gradually reduce throttle until stable. Small inputs maintain position. Helicopters drift in wind, so constant adjustment is needed. Practice hovering before attempting combat.
Strafe Movement
Use lateral movement keys to strafe left and right while maintaining forward facing. This keeps targets in your sights during combat. Circle strafing requires coordinating direction and rotation simultaneously.
Low Altitude
Flying low between buildings breaks lock-on from missiles. Rooftops provide cover from ground fire. But power lines and poles are instant death. Know the city layout before attempting low-altitude escapes.
Combat Approach
Dive from altitude for attack runs, then pull up to avoid return fire. The Buzzard excels at hit-and-run tactics. Heavier gunships like the Savage work better for sustained assault where armor matters more than speed.
Helicopter Cheat Codes
GTA 5 includes cheat codes to spawn the Buzzard Attack Chopper. GTA 6 codes will be confirmed after launch.
| Helicopter | PlayStation | Xbox | Phone / PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzzard Attack Chopper | O, O, L1, O, O, O, L1, L2, R1, △, O, △ | B, B, LB, B, B, B, LB, LT, RB, Y, B, Y | 1-999-289-9633 / BUZZOFF |
Important Notes
- • The Buzzard is the only helicopter with a spawn cheat in GTA 5
- • Using cheats disables achievements and trophies for that session
- • Cheat codes do not work in GTA Online multiplayer
- • Phone number cheats work by calling the number on your in-game phone
- • Official GTA 6 helicopter cheats will be confirmed after launch
Helicopters vs Other Aircraft
How do helicopters compare to planes and other vehicles in GTA 6?
| Attribute | Helicopters | Planes | Sports Cars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical Takeoff | Yes | No (runway needed) | N/A |
| Hover Ability | Yes | No | N/A |
| Top Speed | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Combat Weapons | Missiles/Guns | Limited | Drive-by only |
| Precision Landing | Anywhere | Runway/Road | Anywhere |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best attack helicopter in GTA 6?
The Buzzard offers the best balance of speed, firepower, and handling for most situations. Based on the MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird, it is agile enough to navigate between buildings while still carrying missiles and miniguns. The Savage has heavier armor and firepower but handles sluggishly.
Where do helicopters spawn in GTA 6?
Helicopters spawn at hospital helipads, police station rooftops, news station buildings, and private helipads at mansions and businesses. The VCN Maverick spawns at the news station. Police Mavericks appear on police station roofs. Military helicopters require accessing restricted bases.
Can police helicopters follow you anywhere in GTA 6?
Police helicopters track wanted players from above and call in ground units. They cannot follow into tunnels, parking garages, or under bridges. At higher wanted levels, they use spotlights at night. Shooting down the helicopter temporarily stops aerial pursuit but increases wanted level.
What real helicopters are GTA helicopters based on?
The Maverick is based on the Bell 206 JetRanger. The Buzzard copies the MD Helicopters AH-6 Little Bird. The Savage resembles the Soviet Mil Mi-24 Hind. The Annihilator takes from the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk. The Hunter draws from the Boeing AH-64 Apache.
Is there a helicopter cheat code for GTA 6?
GTA 6 cheat codes have not been confirmed yet. In GTA 5, the only helicopter spawn cheat is for the Buzzard Attack Chopper using phone number 1-999-289-9633 or button code on console. Other helicopters must be found at spawn locations or purchased in GTA Online.