LF-22 Starling

The LF-22 Starling is an armored weaponized Plane featured in GTA Online on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PS4 and Xbox One, added to the game as part of the 1.41 Smuggler's Run update on August 29, 2017.

It's equipped with a Rocket Boost, that can be used for very quick acceleration and as a rechargeable speed boost.

How to get the LF-22 Starling in GTA Online:

The LF-22 Starling can be purchased in GTA Online from Warstock Cache & Carry for a price of $3,657,500.

The LF-22 Starling can be stored in the Hangar (Personal Aircraft). It can be customized at Hangar Aircraft Workshop.

Once acquired, you can request the delivery of the LF-22 Starling from the Interaction Menu - Aircraft. However, the LF-22 Starling cannot be used in standard races.

How to unlock the LF-22 Starling Trade Price?

A trade price of $2,750,000 (Discounted)* can be unlocked for the LF-22 Starling.

*The discounted SecuroServ Trade Price for the LF-22 Starling is unlocked after the player has completed 15 Air Freight Cargo Missions.

LF-22 Starling in Real Life:

The design of the LF-22 Starling is based on a real life Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet.

LF-22 Starling Top Speed:

The actual top speed of the LF-22 Starling in GTA V is 187.75 mph (302.15 km/h) when it's fully upgraded, as it's been accurately tested in-game by Broughy1322.

The LF-22 Starling is an armored vehicle, and with full Armor it requires 3 Homing Missiles to be destroyed.

Can you sell the LF-22 Starling in GTA Online?

Yes, you can sell the LF-22 Starling at Hangar Aircraft Workshop, however, starting from May 14, 2026, the resale value has now been capped by Rockstar Games at $500,000 (previously, it was possible to sell vehicles for 60% of the purchase value).

Also, note that sale prices now decrease when selling multiple vehicles in the same week: the 2nd vehicle sells for 50% of the sale value, the 3rd vehicle for 10%, the 4th vehicle for 5%, and the 5th vehicle and beyond for only 2.5% of the sale value.

LF-22 Starling: GTA V Vehicle Info

Vehicle ClassPlanes
Vehicle FeaturesArmored Vehicle, Bombs Mod, Bulletproof - Rear, Countermeasures, Has Liveries, Has Trade Price, Homing Missiles, No Passive Mode, Rocket Boost, Unique Radar Icon, Weaponized Vehicle
AcquisitionWarstock Cache & Carry
GTA Online Price $3,657,500
Trade Price $2,750,000 (Discounted)*
Storage LocationHangar (Personal Aircraft)
Delivery MethodInteraction Menu - Aircraft
ModificationsHangar Aircraft Workshop
SellCan be sold only if purchased (High-End)
Race AvailabilityTransform Races Only
Top Speed (Game Files) 176.72 mph (284.40 km/h)
Based on (Real Life)Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet
Model IDstarling

Seats1
Mass / Weight 2,000 KG
Drive Train FWD

LF-22 Starling: Performance

The actual Top Speed & Lap Time have been accurately tested by Broughy with the vehicle fully upgraded.

Top Speed 187.75 mph (302.15 km/h)
Lap Time 0:44.468
BulletproofBulletproof from the rear (rear has no windows)

Explosive Resistance

Amount of explosives required to destroy the

LF-22 Starling

, with 100% armor, and occupied by a player:

Explosive Weapon	Amount
Homing Launcher / Oppressor Missiles / Jet Missiles	3
RPG / Grenades / Sticky Bomb / MOC Cannon	1
Explosive Rounds (Heavy Sniper Mk II)	2
Tank Cannon (Rhino / APC)	1
Anti-Aircraft Trailer Dual 20mm Flak	1

LF-22 Starling: GTA V Statistics

Speed

86.54
Acceleration

58.19
Braking

62.50
Handling

2.67
Overall 52.48

Note: The above statistics are coming from the Rockstar official website.

LF-22 Starling Description:

One moment you're on the runway slowly inching into position, wondering what all the fuss was about. The next, you're 200 feet in the air and rising, a shrieking human speck on the front end of a blazing rocket trail making straight for the stratosphere. Why are you doing this? How do you get down? What happens if you start crapping out heavy munitions at this speed? Honestly, we're hoping you tell us.
Please note: This aircraft is excluded from Pegasus Lifestyle Management and must be stored in a personal hangar.

LF-22 Starling: GTA V Appearances

DLC / Title Update1.41 Smuggler's Run
Game EditionGTA Online
Release DateAugust 29, 2017
PlatformsPC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Notable Owners:
Military

Notes*The discounted SecuroServ Trade Price for the LF-22 Starling is unlocked after the player has completed 15 Air Freight Cargo Missions.

LF-22 Starling: Vehicle Customization

Total Cost to Fully Upgrade in GTA Online $735,650

Modification	GTA Online Price
Armor
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
None	$700
Chaff (10)	$70,000
Flare (20)	$110,000
Smoke	$68,500
Bombs
None	$700
Explosive	$75,000
Incendiary	$85,000
Gas	$95,000
Cluster	$120,000
Handling
Stock Handling	$1,000
Smooth Handling	$20,000
Sport Handling	$27,000
Race Handling	$35,000
Livery
None	$11,400
Winter Spray	$18,240
Stars 'n Stripes	$19,380
Dazzler	$20,520
Falcon I	$21,660
Falcon II	$22,800
Air Force Display	$23,370
Redwood Racer	$23,939
Sprunk Xtreme	$24,510
Stargazer	$25,080
Mr. Unicorn	$25,650
Respray
See the full list of the available Respray options »
Weapons
Stock Weapon	$700
Homing Missiles	$195,000
Thrust
None	$700
Rocket Boost Upgrade?	$200,000