A gyrocopter is not one of the first things to build in Stranded Deep, but having it in the inventory is a game-changer. With this tiny flying vehicle, players can scout outlying islands and even head back home. However, there’s a catch: Not all parts of a gyrocopter are available in loot boxes and shipwrecks.
A mystery must be solved before getting its blueprint. Sounds intimidating? Fear not because this guide explains how to build a Gyrocopter (the easy way).
How to Build a Gyrocopter in Stranded Deep
To build a gyrocopter, place the gyrocopter base in an open area and attach the seat, motor, cockpit, and rotors. The vehicle is ready to fly as soon as it’s tanked up.
Here are the gyrocopter requirements in Stranded Deep:
- Gyrocopter Base
- Gyrocopter Seat
- Gyrocopter Motor (engine)
- Cockpit
- Rotors
- Hammer
- Craftsmanship level 6
The gyrocopter is not as reliable as the raft in Stranded Deep. But it’s the ideal motor vehicle for searching the map and locating new islands. Since a big raft can carry a gyrocopter, traveling with both is also a good idea.
Players receive the Oceanic DaVinci achievement for building the first gyrocopter.
Where to Find the Gyrocopter Parts
The three gyrocopter parts (base, seat, rotors) are on the Aircraft Carrier. To get them, head east toward the red-marked island called “a mysterious location.” Once there, take the stairs to where the old aircraft is kept and grab the gyrocopter components.
For other parts, loot nearby shipwrecks. Look for 2 electric vehicle parts (one for the rotors and another for the cockpit), and get vehicle fuel, a filter, and an engine part to build the motor.
How to Use the Gyrocopter
Once the gyrocopter is crafted, press the interact button to start the engine and ride it. Hold the space button to ascend and Ctrl to descend (right and left triggers on the console).
A gyrocopter’s tank holds up to four jerry cans of fuel, but it’s not the best means of transportation, as it may crash.
Dos and don’ts of using the gyrocopter
- Carry at least one fuel jerrycan when riding the gyrocopter.
- Do not turn the engine off mid-fly. Otherwise, the gyrocopter will crash.
- Check the stats before entering the gyrocopter (the watch is unavailable during the flight).
- Build a landing pad for the gyrocopter using planks.
Stranded Deep is available now for PC, Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.