Officially Shown Aircraft Verified: Dec 2023 / Verified 2026

Buckingham Buckingham Swift Deluxe

The premier corporate VIP helicopter in Leonida. Sleek, aerodynamic, and equipped with retractable landing gear, the Swift Deluxe ferries high-rollers between Star Island villas and coastal mega-yachts.

Buckingham Buckingham Swift Deluxe
Buckingham Swift Deluxe Evidence: Trailer #1 — 0:12 Vice City Skyline Aerial

Overview

The premier corporate VIP helicopter in Leonida. Sleek, aerodynamic, and equipped with retractable landing gear, the Swift Deluxe ferries high-rollers between Star Island villas and coastal mega-yachts.

In Grand Theft Auto VI, vehicle handling and weight have been dramatically overhauled compared to GTA V. The Buckingham Swift Deluxe benefits from heavier physics simulation, realistic roll dynamics, and authentic torque curves designed to reward skilled drivers on both Leonida's open freeways and narrow downtown alleys.

Real-Life Inspiration

In-Game Model

Buckingham Swift Deluxe

Manufactured by Buckingham in the GTA universe.

Real-World Counterpart

AgustaWestland AW109 Power

Produced by AgustaWestland / Leonardo.

Based on the AgustaWestland AW109 Power, showcasing streamlined fuselage contours, low-profile twin engine cowlings, and retractable tricycle wheels.

Performance Stats

High cruise speed and exceptionally smooth rotor dynamics. Retractable landing gear reduces aerodynamic drag by 15% during transit.

185 mph (est.) Top Speed (Est.)
4 Seating Capacity
Twin Turboshaft Rotor Drivetrain Configuration
Aviation Kerosene (Jet-A) Powertrain / Fuel System
ACOUSTIC TELEMETRY · WEB AUDIO API

Rideout Dyno & Engine Rev Studio

Procedurally synthesized acoustic simulation for the Buckingham Buckingham Swift Deluxe (AVIATION ROTOR). Hold throttle or press Space to rev.

800 RPM
ACOUSTIC FREQUENCY OSCILLOSCOPE STANDBY
BOOST PRESSURE 0.0 PSI
THROTTLE POSITION 0%
DECIBEL PEAK 42 dB
PROFILE: AVIATION ROTOR SYNTHESIS

Blueprint & System Architecture

Explore the structural engineering, powertrain configuration, cabin electronics, and tactical security subsystems of the Buckingham Swift Deluxe. Click or tap any node to inspect telemetry readouts, Rideout tuning potential, and Leonida survival notes.

TELEM_ID // BUCKINGHAM_BUCKINGHAM_SWIFT_DELUXE
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GRID: 250mm ISO PROJECTION: LATERAL WIREFRAME
OVERALL LENGTH: 4,785 mm STASH NODE_01 NODE_02 NODE_03 NODE_04 NODE_05
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Propulsion & Rotor Drive

Dual-Spool Turboshaft Engine Assembly

DIAGNOSTIC TELEMETRY MATRIX
Engine Output 1,450 Shaft Horsepower
Transmission Planetary Reduction Gearbox
Service Ceiling 14,500 Feet ASL
Fuel Burn Rate 58 Gallons / Hour Jet-A
GTA 6 GAMEPLAY INFLUENCE

Rapid vertical climb rate outpaces ground pursuit. High altitude enables radar evasion across Leonida airspace.

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LEONIDA SURVIVAL / EXFIL ADVISORY

Tail rotor damage instantly initiates uncontrolled autorotation flat-spin.

Customization Options

Hangar customization offers champagne bar interior options, bespoke corporate metallic liveries, and high-intensity spotlight attachments.

Drivers can take the Buckingham Swift Deluxe to Rideout Customs in Vice City for extensive tuning packages, or utilize Pay & Spray locations for fast repaints, chase-breaking resprays, and legitimate vehicle re-registration to prevent police despawns.

How to Get It

Stationed atop downtown skyscrapers and penthouse helipads throughout Vice City. Can be ordered via Buckingham Aviation websites.

Theft & Security Advisory: In GTA 6, car theft utilizes security tiers. High-end modern vehicles require key-cloning tools or the WAINK scanner to disable vehicle immobilizers and police GPS tracking before storage.

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