Master the Seas: How to Disable Aircraft Carrier Air Defenses in GTA Online

The Aircraft Carrier Business Battle is one of the most lucrative—and challenging—freemode events in GTA Online. Unlike standard delivery missions, the USS Luxington is protected by a lethal automated air defense system that will swat any aircraft out of the sky the moment you try to leave with the goods.

In this guide, we break down the tactical approach required to infiltrate the ship, neutralize security, and most importantly, disable those pesky surface-to-air missiles so you can make a clean getaway.

Mission Overview

When this Business Battle triggers, the goal is to recover stolen weaponry from the hangar deck of a massive aircraft carrier stationed off the coast of Los Santos. While getting onto the ship is straightforward, leaving is the real challenge. To successfully extract the loot via aircraft, you must reach the ship’s bridge and hack the defense terminals.

Phase 1: Infiltration and Deck Clearing

The assault begins at [0:00:00] with a high-intensity breach of the main hangar. Because the interior is cramped and filled with military personnel, using high-fire-rate weapons is essential. Clearing the initial wave of guards is vital to establish a "safe zone" before you push deeper into the vessel's claustrophobic corridors at [0:01:00].

Phase 2: The Command Center Breach

To stop the air defenses, you must fight your way up to the bridge. This section requires a mix of speed and precision. As seen at [0:01:45], using explosives to clear the bridge entrance ensures you aren't ambushed in the doorway. Once the room is secure, the real work begins.

Phase 3: Hacking the Terminals

The core of this tutorial focuses on the two-stage hacking sequence:

• Terminal 1 [0:02:30]: The first hack initiates the override of the ship's local security protocols.
• Terminal 2 [0:03:08]: The second hack officially deactivates the Air Defenses.

Why this matters: If you attempt to fly away before both hacks are complete, the carrier's SAM sites will destroy your aircraft instantly. Disabling these allows you (and your organization) to use the P-996 Lazers parked on the deck for a fast extraction.

Key Highlights & Tactics

• Tactical Backup: Note at [0:02:30] the player requests backup from a private security firm. In a busy public lobby, having NPC or player backup can keep the bridge clear while you are stuck in the hacking mini-game.
• The Lazer Hijack [0:03:08]: Once the skies are clear, the flight deck becomes your playground. Stealing a P-996 Lazer isn't just about style; it's the fastest way to bridge the gap between the ocean and the city.
• The Stealthy Exit [0:04:40]: Rather than landing a high-profile fighter jet in the middle of the city—which attracts unwanted attention from rival players—the video demonstrates a tactical bail-out. Parachuting into the industrial district allows for a low-profile approach to the final delivery point.

What You’ll Learn in This Video

1. Navigational Awareness: Learn the fastest route from the hangar deck to the ship’s bridge.
2. Hacking Proficiency: See exactly which terminals need to be interacted with to shut down the AA guns.
3. Extraction Strategy: Understand why a parachute descent is often safer than attempting to land a jet near your nightclub.

The mission concludes at [0:05:37] with a successful drop-off at the nightclub garage, securing maximum profit for the organization.

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📖 Interactive Walkthrough: For a step-by-step written guide with clickable timestamps, visit the full feature here: https://pixelfungaming.com/videos/gtav-online-business-battle-how-to-disable-aircraft-carrier-air-defense

Video Timeline

• [0:00:00] - Ship Infiltration and Hangar Gunfight
• [0:01:00] - Clearing Corridors to the Command Center
• [0:01:45] - Securing the Bridge and First Hacking Sequence
• [0:02:30] - Second Hack and Disabling Air Defenses
• [0:03:08] - Flight Deck Breach and Jet Hijack
• [0:03:45] - High-Speed Flight to Los Santos
• [0:04:40] - Parachute Infiltration and Final Delivery