Alpha-Z1
The Buckingham Alpha-Z1 is a Planes-class vehicle in Grand Theft Auto Online. It is listed at $2,121,350.
Last on sale: −30% · was $2,121,350 → $1,484,945 on August 28, 2025
after completing 9 Air Freight Cargo Missions
Buckingham Alpha-Z1 at a glance
Alpha-Z1 top speed
201.5 mph. Independent testing puts the Alpha-Z1 at 201.5 mph.
Alpha-Z1 lap time
#2 in Planes. Its tested 0:33.567 lap ranks #2 in Planes.
How to get the Alpha-Z1 in GTA Online
The Alpha-Z1 was added to GTA Online on August 29, 2017, in the Smuggler's Run update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for $2,121,350.
It is stored in your Hangar.
It can be customized at the Agency (Imani Tech) and a Hangar aircraft workshop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Alpha-Z1 from the Interaction Menu under Aircraft.
It has a discounted trade price of $1,595,000, unlocked by completing 9 Air Freight Cargo Missions.
Imani Tech upgrades
Fitted at the Agency Vehicle Workshop. Each option is a fixed one-time cost.
- Missile Lock-On Jammer$400,000
Blocks homing missile lock-on from other players and weaponized vehicles.
Countermeasures
- Chaff (10)$70,000
Blocks missile lock-on for about 5 seconds, with a delay between uses.
- Flare (20)$110,000
Diverts incoming homing missiles, with a short delay between uses.
- Smoke$68,500
Creates a visible smoke trail and can be used without a capacity limit.
Performance
- Top speed
- 201.5 mph
- #7 in Planes · #7 overall
- Lap time
- 0:33.567
- #2 in Planes · #2 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Planes
- Manufacturer
- Buckingham
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Gears
- 1
- Seats
- 1
- Mass
- 450 kg
Armor and explosive resistance
The Alpha-Z1 takes 3 homing missiles before it goes down. Its weak spot is sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon shots, tank cannons, and AA flak rounds, which need only 1 hit.
- Homing missiles
- 3 hits
- Includes Oppressor Mk II and jet missiles.
- Sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon, tank cannon & AA flak
- 1 hit
- Explosive Mk II sniper rounds
- 2 hits
Counts assume full vehicle armor with a driver inside; many vehicles take far fewer hits when left empty.
Upgrades
27 options across 5 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $253,010.
Armor
6
| No Armor | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $7,500 |
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $12,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $20,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $35,000 |
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $50,000 |
Countermeasures
4
| None | $700 |
|---|---|
| Chaff (10) | $70,000 |
| Flare (20) | $110,000 |
| Smoke | $68,500 |
Engine
4
| EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 |
|---|---|
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 |
Handling
4
| Stock Handling | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Smooth Handling | $20,000 |
| Sport Handling | $27,000 |
| Race Handling | $35,000 |
Livery
9
| None | $11,400 |
|---|---|
| Alpha Racing Team | $18,240 |
| Play Outside | $19,380 |
| Pisswaser 'In For A Good Time' | $20,520 |
| eCola 'Deliciously Infectious' | $21,660 |
| Sludgie 'Fruity Ice' | $22,800 |
| Sprunk 'The Essence Of Life' | $23,370 |
| Ron Gas Stations 'Stop n Go' | $23,939 |
| Flow Water | $24,510 |
History
The Alpha-Z1 was last discounted 51 weeks ago, the week of August 28, 2025, at 30% off. It has been discounted 11 times.
Discount history 11 weeks
Weekly sales
| August 28, 2025 | −30% · was $2,121,350 → $1,484,945 |
|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| August 8, 2024 | −30% · was $2,121,350 → $1,484,945 |
| September 8, 2022 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| March 17, 2022 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| March 10, 2022 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| February 24, 2022 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| September 9, 2021 | −40% · was $2,121,350 → $1,272,810 |
| December 20, 2018 | −25% · was $2,121,350 → $1,591,013 |
| November 22, 2018 | −35% · was $2,121,350 → $1,378,878 |
| March 8, 2018 | −25% · was $2,121,350 → $1,591,013 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Alpha-Z1 cost in GTA Online?
The Alpha-Z1 costs $2,121,350 in GTA Online, available from Elitás Travel.
How do I unlock the Trade Price for the Alpha-Z1?
You unlock the Trade Price of $1,595,000 for the Alpha-Z1 by completing 9 Air Freight Cargo Missions. This requires a Hangar.
Where can I buy the Alpha-Z1 in GTA Online?
You can buy the Alpha-Z1 from Elitás Travel in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Alpha-Z1?
The Alpha-Z1 has a tested top speed of 201.5 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Alpha-Z1 be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at the Agency (Imani Tech) and a Hangar aircraft workshop.