As of August 2024, Rockstar Games offers over 60 aircraft in GTA Online. While cars are the most popular vehicles in the multiplayer game, planes and helicopters also play important roles. The title features different kinds of aircraft, equipped with various features. Recently, a Redditor named Entrinity (u/Entrinity) asked the r/gtaonline player base about their favorite aircraft. The user also shared some images of the Mammoth Mogul, equipped with a chrome finish.
This article lists five of the aircraft in GTA Online mentioned by fans on the thread.
Note: The listing is not in any order.
5 popular aircraft in GTA Online loved by the fans
1) Western Company Seabreeze
The Western Company Seabreeze is one of the vehicles in GTA Online that should not be underestimated. It is a compact plane, which is also categorized as a flying boat. The aircraft can not only land in water but can also dive and return to the sky. Redditor Cor2600 (u/Cor2600) also mentioned the diving feature and stated that it was one of their favorite activities.
The Western Company Seabreeze is also one of the fastest planes in the title. After full upgrades, it can cruise at a top speed of 191.75 mph or 308.59 km/h. Rockstar Games also provides weapons and armor protection for the Seabreeze, making it one of the best aircraft for dogfights in Grand Theft Auto Online.
2) Mammoth Tula
The Mammoth Tula is one of the most feature-rich vehicles in the game. It's something that is a must-own in GTA Online after becoming a millionaire. Rockstar Games offers armor protection, weapons, Rocket Boost, vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), and the ability to float on water.
It is an old aircraft that was added in August 2017. Redditor Schneckenkönigin. (u/GastropodEmpire) called it their favorite aircraft and stated that most new GTA Online players would be unaware of its existence. That being said, the Mammoth Tula is a big plane that is not suitable for dogfights. But, you can carry water in its base and drop it wherever you want.
3) P-45 Nokota
The P-45 Nokota is a fighter plane equipped with various tactical features. It is a compact aircraft inspired by the real-life North American P-51 Mustang, Messerschmitt Bf 109, and Focke-Wulf Fw 190. Redditor Hobbes (u/Jolly_Job_9852) stated that the plane made them feel like a World War 2 fighter pilot.
The small size of the P-45 Nokota makes it one of the best freeroam vehicles in GTA Online. You can land it on almost any road and also take off easily. Players can also perform stunts like flying under bridges easily with this aircraft.
4) Nagasaki Ultralight
The Nagasaki Ultralight is probably the smallest aircraft in GTA Online in 2024. It is a single-seater glider that you can use to fly across the skies of Los Santos. Surprisingly, Rockstar Games also provided weapons and armor protection. Although it is not the best armored vehicle in GTA Online, the Ultralight can withstand up to three homing missiles.
Redditor SuperCharged_09 (u/Vast_Ad2941) cited it as their favorite aircraft. It is one of the cheapest planes in the multiplayer game and you can use it to enjoy sceneries like sunsets and sunrises.
5) Western Company Duster
The Western Company Duster is undoubtedly one of the most easily recognizable planes in Grand Theft Auto 5 Online. It has been a part of the game (including Story Mode) since its release date and also appears in various missions.
Redditor The Eagle with No Name (u/KingFahad360) stated that they liked using the Duster and were looking forward to painting it red. While the aircraft costs only $275,000, it is one of those vehicles you cannot sell in GTA Online. Nonetheless, OG players love flying it for fun.