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News Chopper
The News Chopper is a helicopter in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (model vcnmav, ID 488).
- Top speed (game estimate)
- ~200 km/h · 124 mph
- Seats
- 2
Overview
The News Chopper is a helicopter in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. It is a helicopter used by news crews.
Design
The livery and camera equipment identify it as a news helicopter. It has room for 2 occupants.
Performance
It handles like a light helicopter but is slightly slower. Its handling data lists a mass of 3,500 kg.
Where to find
It appears around news stations.
Tips
- Use it for aerial travel.
- Mostly a variant of the Maverick.
- Helicopters are far easier to land than planes, and time spent flying them steadily improves CJ's flying skill.
Spawn locations
- Second police helicopter at a 4-star wanted level
- "Whirly Bird Waypoint" air race
Similar vehicles 2
Appears in missions 1
News Chopper: questions and answers
What is News Chopper based on?
News Chopper is based on the Bell 206L-4 LongRanger.