Sea Sparrow
The Sea Sparrow is a Helicopters-class vehicle in Grand Theft Auto Online. It is listed at $1,815,000.
Last on sale: −30% · was $1,815,000 → $1,270,500 on May 28, 2026
Sea Sparrow at a glance
Sea Sparrow top speed
153.75 mph. Independent testing puts the Sea Sparrow at 153.75 mph.
Sea Sparrow lap time
#11 in Helicopters. Its tested 0:55.535 lap ranks #11 in Helicopters.
How to get the Sea Sparrow in GTA Online
The Sea Sparrow was added to GTA Online on April 17, 2018, in the Southern SA Super Sport Series update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Elitás Travel for $1,815,000.
It is stored in your Hangar.
It can be customized at a Hangar aircraft workshop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Sea Sparrow from the Interaction Menu under Aircraft.
Weapons
- .50 Cal Minigun
An optional pilot-operated minigun provides rapid forward fire for attacks on aircraft and lightly armored targets.
- Homing Missiles
Optional missiles fire continuously at long lock range but have weak tracking that loses evasive targets easily.
Performance
- Top speed
- 153.75 mph
- #8 in Helicopters · #34 overall
- Lap time
- 0:55.535
- #11 in Helicopters · #47 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Helicopters
- Manufacturer
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Gears
- 1
- Seats
- 2
- Mass
- 3500 kg
- Explosive weapon
- Yes
Armor and explosive resistance
A single homing missile or sticky bomb is enough to destroy the Sea Sparrow. Its only cushion is 2 hits from explosive Mk II sniper rounds.
- Homing missiles, sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon, tank cannon & AA flak
- 1 hit
- Includes Oppressor Mk II and jet missiles.
- 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
17 options across 4 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $358,500.
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 |
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 |
Weapons
3
| No Weapon | $700 |
|---|---|
| Mounted .50 Cal Minigun | $195,000 |
| Mounted Homing Missiles | $240,000 |
History
The Sea Sparrow was last discounted 12 weeks ago, the week of May 28, 2026, at 30% off. It has been discounted 13 times. It was added as new content the week of April 12, 2018.
Discount history 13 weeks
Weekly sales
| May 28, 2026 | −30% · was $1,815,000 → $1,270,500 |
|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 | −30% · was $1,815,000 → $1,270,500 |
| July 3, 2025 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| March 20, 2025 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| March 16, 2023 | −50% · was $1,815,000 → $907,500 |
| March 17, 2022 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| March 10, 2022 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| February 24, 2022 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| August 19, 2021 | −30% · was $1,815,000 → $1,270,500 |
| January 14, 2021 | −40% · was $1,815,000 → $1,089,000 |
| November 15, 2018 | −35% · was $1,815,000 → $1,179,750 |
| August 2, 2018 | −25% · was $1,815,000 → $1,361,250 |
| May 17, 2018 | −30% · was $1,815,000 → $1,270,500 |
Weekly feature history 1 week
| Note | ||
|---|---|---|
| New Content | April 12, 2018 | — |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Sea Sparrow cost in GTA Online?
The Sea Sparrow costs $1,815,000 in GTA Online, available from Elitás Travel.
Where can I buy the Sea Sparrow in GTA Online?
You can buy the Sea Sparrow from Elitás Travel in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Sea Sparrow?
The Sea Sparrow has a tested top speed of 153.75 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Sea Sparrow be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at a Hangar aircraft workshop.