<P>Your Chopper could not be easier to get in the air. Press "I" (Ignition) to start up, wait for about 10 seconds (whilst the blades achieve take-off speed) and then press the UP Cursor key. You will now be in HOVER mode. Moving the mouse will allow you to fly around slowly and if you press the middle mouse button you will activate your jet engine. To play the game you can simply follow the instructions given by your on-board computer. However you will find that everything in this manual is well worth reading to maximise your enjoyment of the game.
<h4>The Game </h4>
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You are part of an elite band of helicopter pilots pitched against fanatical international terrorists. You have been allocated over 20 missions to help rid the world of their menace. You can keep a comprehensive record of your achievement using the Status option (press "S" during the game) which will also inform you of the extra equipment you have gained. You can redo any missions to improve your performance.
<h4>Flying the ChoppeR </h4>
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This is not an ordinary Chopper. Whilst it can hover like a conventional helicopter, it also has a powerful jet engine which allows it to behave as if it is a jet aeroplane. The only difference is that you cannot fly upside down. This one machine gets the best of both worlds and is the ultimate fighting aircraft. The Chopper defaults to "HOVER" mode (which has a very low maximum speed) and changes to "JET" mode whenever the thruster is activated.
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The <strong>Target Finder</strong> (see H.U.D. below) will point the way to your mission target(s). When you see at the top a double pointer <> you are heading directly for the target.
Movement of the mouse controls the direction of the Chopper in both flying modes. In HOVER mode you also use the Cursor keys. The Up and Down Cursor keys control height and the Left and Right Cursor keys can be used to speed rotation. In JET mode direction and height are entirely controlled by the mouse.
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A range of tracking views can be obtained using <b>Page Up, Delete, Home</b> and <b>Insert</b>
<h4>Weaponry </h4>
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You are equipped with rapid firing cannons and rocket launchers. Rockets (when fitted) are far more destructive than cannon fire so are best retained for large targets which may be well armoured. However, sufficient cannon fire will destroy almost all targets.
<h4>Rope </h4>
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Some missions will require you to transport items from one location to another.
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To pick up a consignment: Lower your rope and press the Up Cursor whilst the rope is touching it.
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To release the consignment: Press O to rewind your rope whilst the consignment is firmly on the ground.
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Take care when landing consignments, they can be fragile and even explosive! You will find that your Chopper is rather handicapped whilst transporting goods.
<h4>Satellite </h4>
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Access to the Satellite is gained by pressing ¤ once clearance has been given. You can move your satellite view using keys 1 - 9. Pressing 5 will return the view to your current position. The satellite may prove useful on certain missions. Press "." (decimal point on keypad) to view the position of your mission target via satellite.
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Please note that for safety reasons you cannot access the satellite whilst flying.
<h2>Playing tips</h2>
<h4>Take off</h4>
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There are 2 ways to take-off. You can use the Up Cursor in HOVER mode or simply press the middle mouse button to activate your jet engine which will put you in JET mode.
<h4>Landing</h4>
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Your Chopper is constructed from incredibly tough materials which will survive substantial enemy fire and even pretty bad landings. Despite this it is more than possible to destroy it on landing and care is advised. You may find it easier to land using the outside view and HOVER mode.
<h4>Combat with terrorist choppers</h4>
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HOVER mode is recommended when battling with Choppers. Use the Cursor keys to both avoid fire and spin quickly to blast passing Choppers. Terrorist Choppers are often faster than you but have sacrificed manoeuvrability to achieve this speed. For this reason it is worth mixing both flying modes to confuse their pilots and give yourself chance to score hits before they get their sights on you. Try to aim at their rotor or the engine (just behind the cockpit). These are the vulnerable points while the cockpits are well armoured.
<h4>Ground to air missiles</h4>
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These are probably the greatest threat your adversaries have managed to dream up. They are very fast, very accurate and very tenacious. You can shoot them but it is probably best to hide behind a building. If you cannot hide it is possible to dodge these missiles however it is not generally recommended. When a missile has locked onto you the TARGET FINDER will turn black and indicate the direction and distance of the missile.
