How to Complete the Flight Recon Mission in Warzone 2 DMZ

Hey friend! Looking to check off the Flight Recon mission in Call of Duty‘s new DMZ mode? I‘ve got you covered. In this complete guide, I‘ll explain everything you need to know to fly a helicopter across Al Mazrah and collect that sweet reward XP.

Whether you‘re a pilot pro or get air sick just looking at a helicopter, you can finish this mission with my tips. Let‘s get started!

What Is DMZ Mode and How Do Missions Work?

For those new to DMZ, here‘s a quick overview. DMZ is Warzone 2’s brand new open world, narrative-focused mode. You take on missions from different factions to earn loot, XP, and access to new areas.

There are three factions: Legion, White Lotus, and Black Mous. Legion contracts are available first. Each faction has five mission tiers that unlock sequentially as you complete tasks.

You can track missions in the Faction Missions menu. This is also where you collect rewards after finishing an objective.

Flight Recon is a Legion tier 1 mission. Completing it earns 8000 XP and opens up the tier 2 Legion missions. These offer greater challenges and better rewards.

Overview of the Flight Recon Mission

The goal in Flight Recon is straightforward:

1. Fly a helicopter to Hafid Port
2. Land and download flight path data
3. Fly to an exfil point and extract

It serves as a nice introductory mission to test your aviation skills. The main hurdles are navigating to Hafid Port and surviving enemies while downloading the flight data.

I‘ll walk you through step-by-step shortly. First, let‘s talk tactics and loadouts to equip you for success.

Gear Up with the Right Loadout

Having the right loadout makes all the difference in DMZ. Here are my recommendations for taking on Flight Recon:

Primary Weapon: A long range rifle like the SP-R 208 or Victus XMR will let you quietly take out enemies at Hafid Port before landing.

Secondary: An SMG like the Fennec 45 or Vaznev-9K keeps you ready for close quarters if enemies push your helicopter.

Tactical: Stims help maximize survivability if things get hairy.

Lethal: Frags let you quickly clear groups at the landing zone.

Perk 1: Double Time or Scavenger. Moving quickly between the helicopter and download point is key.

Perk 2: Overkill lets you carry two primaries without being overencumbered.

Perk 3: Spotter highlights nearby enemies, while Cold-Blooded prevents AI targeting.

Ultimate: Dead Silence keeps you sneaky.

Weapon: Amped speeds up weapon swapping when disembarking.

This loadout maximizes stealth, range, and mobility to get the flight data and escape trouble. Now let‘s get to the step-by-step guide!

Step 1 – Acquire a Helicopter

First things first: you‘ll need a helicopter. The most reliable spot is the Al Malik Airport helipads.

Up to two Light Halos can spawn here. Clear the area of patrolling enemies before hopping in. If the helipad is occupied, you may need to check neighboring garages and hangars.

Once you‘re airborne, open your tac map and set a marker on Hafid Port. It‘s on the northwest coast.

Step 2 – Infiltrate Hafid Port

When approaching Hafid Port, maintain altitude and look for enemies on your thermal scope.

Drop any targets quickly and quietly to prevent them from damaging your helicopter. Only descend once the area looks clear.

Land on the main coastal road in the southern part of Hafid Port. Be ready to hop out and take cover if any enemies start firing.

Step 3 – Download the Flight Data

Exiting the helicopter, walk up to the control panel on the cinderblock wall and hold "F" to download the flight path.

This takes approximately 20 seconds. Don‘t wander far while it downloads. Stay near cover in case hostile reinforcements show up.

If enemies do attack, use lethal equipment to disperse them quickly. Your priority is surviving until the download finishes.

Step 4 – Get to the Exfil Zone

Once the download hits 100%, hightail it back into the helicopter. Check your tac map for the nearest exfil zone, marked by a helicopter icon.

I recommend an elevated exfil point like the Marshlands. It avoids enemy congestion on the ground during your approach.

Fly conservatively and keep an eye on your map. Don‘t get reckless and crash before extraction!

Step 5 – Extract and Collect Rewards

Land gently within the exfil radius. Interact with the exfil helicopter when it touches down to complete the mission.

Return to the lobby to claim your rewards! With Flight Recon finished, you‘ll unlock the next tier of Legion missions for greater challenges.

Advanced Tips for Flight Recon

With the basics covered, here are some pro tips:

• Consider using a vehicle instead of a helicopter if you don‘t feel comfortable flying.

• Attach a suppressor to remain stealthy when engaging enemies.

• Pop smoke at the landing zone for quick cover.

• Use High Alert to know if enemies are sneaking up on your helicopter.

• Check interior garages if no helicopters spawn at Al Malik Airport.

• Grab a helicopter from your forward operating base if available.

• Use your mini-map to avoid anti-aircraft sites around the map.

And that‘s it! With this guide, you have everything you need to complete the Flight Recon mission. Grab your favorite long range rifle and take to the skies. I‘ll see you in Al Mazrah!

For more DMZ guides, check out my writeups on finding the Enfer Back Room key and police locker keys. Got questions? Let me know in the comments!