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"Ground Control" is the eighth mission in the Black Ops 6 campaign. In the previous mission, you and your team carried out a critical heist operation. After discovering that the casino’s money was being laundered to fund Pantheon’s research, the team staged a heist—not to steal money, but to secure the B24 safe deposit, which contained financial records revealing the location of Matvey Gusev, Pantheon’s lead scientist.
In Ground Control, your primary objective is to capture Gusev and interrogate him to uncover Pantheon’s plans regarding their bioweapon.
This article will provide a detailed guide on how to complete the Black Ops 6 Ground Control mission with ease.
Black Ops 6 campaign mission 8 (Ground Control) walkthrough
In the Ground Control mission of Black Ops 6, your objective is to meet Lawrence Sims, a returning character and old friend of Adler, who will assist you in reaching Kuwait Airport. Upon arrival at the designated location, you will take on the role of William "Case" Calderon.
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While the Ground Control mission is quite straightforward, it presents a variety of powerful and challenging enemies.
You will be equipped with:
- Primary: LW3A1 Frostline sniper rifle
- Secondary: C9 SMG
- Equipment: Two flash grenades and two frag grenades
Here is a step-wise breakdown of the mission's objective.
Enter the airport terminal
After reaching the location and passing under the broken bridge, you’ll spot the airport. However, reaching the entrance will require caution, as the area is swarming with enemies.
Since you are equipped with a sniper, take cover behind damaged vehicles scattered throughout the area. On the upper platform, you’ll encounter multiple enemies. Among them will be snipers and mortar operators, and you should prioritize eliminating them first, thus, reducing immediate threats.
Once the mortars are neutralized, proceed from the right side, where a small structure offers cover for advancing. Carefully make your way to the entrance marked as Terminal 1.
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Reach Gusev’s plane
Upon entering the airport, your next objective is to locate Gusev’s plane. As you move into the main hall, expect heavy enemy resistance. Stick to the left side, where ample cover is available, and eliminate enemies while advancing toward the metal gate.
When the gate opens, enemies will deploy smoke to obscure their approach. Immediately retreat to cover, and engage from a distance, as an armored enemy with a shotgun will emerge from the smoke. Avoid close-range combat and eliminate him from afar.
After dealing with the enemies, proceed through the Passport Control section, where you’ll find an escalator. Move cautiously upstairs, as the upper platform is guarded by armored enemies. Use your sniper to take them out efficiently from a distance.
Be aware that some enemies will be equipped with rocket launchers, so prioritize neutralizing them quickly. As you progress, head into the shops on the right for cover, and clear out the remaining hostiles.
Continue forward to another flight of stairs, ascend, and follow the path until you reach a door. Opening it will bring you to the Boarding Gates area.
Board Gusev’s plane
This section is heavily guarded by armored enemies. Use cover wisely and move cautiously, throwing grenades or flashbangs to break enemy lines. Avoid advancing through the center of the area; instead, move along the left side.
At Gate 14, you’ll encounter enemies that throw poisonous gas grenades, so maintain distance. A juggernaut will also appear; aim for his head and fire multiple shots to take him down quickly. Once all enemies are neutralized, enter Gate 14 to board the plane.
Secure the plane
Inside the plane, expect fierce resistance, including enemies deploying explosive RC-XD cars. These will detonate on contact, so be quick to eliminate them before they get too close. After defeating the juggernaut, pick up his minigun—it will give you a significant advantage in clearing out the remaining enemies.
However, upon clearing the plane, you’ll discover that it was a decoy and not Gusev’s actual aircraft. The real plane is located on the opposite side of the airport at Terminal 3.
Your new objective is to prevent Gusev from escaping.
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Reach and cross the tarmac
You must now cross the tarmac to reach Gusev. The area will be crawling with enemies, so advance carefully, using cover to protect yourself.
Commandeer an Iraqi tank
As you proceed, you’ll encounter a tank. Clear out the surrounding enemies and take control of the vehicle. Use its missiles to blast through enemy positions as you follow the road ahead.
Eventually, you’ll spot an entrance with a red blinking light. Head inside and make your way toward the military plane where Gusev is preparing to flee. Use the tank’s missiles to destroy the aircraft and prevent his escape.
Now, you will interrogate Gusev, and he will finally reveal everything he knows. Afterward, Sims will take him into custody, marking the end of the mission.
Completing the mission successfully will unlock the “The Cradle” Weapon Charm.
Conclusion
As mentioned above, the mission's map is swarming with enemies and you must rely on tact and stealth to complete it. While the objectives are quite simple, you will be required to plan how to proceed and eliminate threats.
Once the Ground Control mission is complete, you can undertake the Under The Radar mission in the Black Ops 6 Campaign.
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