GTA San Andreas · Jetpack
GTA San Andreas Jetpack Cheat: ROCKETMAN Codes for Every Platform
The GTA San Andreas jetpack cheat for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch: ROCKETMAN and YECGAA, how to fly it, where to use it, and the jetpack you can earn.
Quick answer
The GTA San Andreas jetpack cheat is ROCKETMAN on PC (YECGAA also works). On PlayStation enter L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right during gameplay. On Xbox it's LB, LT, RB, RT, Up, Down, Left, Right twice; on Switch it's L, ZL, R, ZR, Up, Down, Left, Right twice. The jetpack spawns right next to CJ.
Key takeaways
- PC: type ROCKETMAN or YECGAA during gameplay, no Enter key needed.
- Consoles: the same 8-button pattern entered twice, 16 presses in total.
- Use the d-pad for directions; the analog stick won't count.
- You can earn a jetpack without cheats after the mission Black Project, at the Verdant Meadows airstrip.
- Hover low before taking the jetpack off; dropping out of it high up means a long fall.
What is the GTA San Andreas jetpack cheat?
The GTA San Andreas jetpack cheat spawns a working jetpack right next to CJ, letting you fly anywhere on the map. On PC the code is ROCKETMAN, with YECGAA as an alternate that does the same thing. On consoles it’s a 16-button sequence that repeats the same eight presses twice. It’s one of the most famous codes in the series, and arguably the most fun.
The jetpack isn’t a car or a plane. It’s worn on CJ’s back, it hovers, it lands anywhere, and it ignores roads, rivers and traffic. Once you’ve used it, crossing the map any other way feels slow.
Jetpack cheat codes for every platform
| Platform | Jetpack cheat |
|---|---|
| PC | ROCKETMAN (or YECGAA) |
| PlayStation (PS2, PS4, PS5) | L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right |
| Xbox | LB, LT, RB, RT, Up, Down, Left, Right, LB, LT, RB, RT, Up, Down, Left, Right |
| Nintendo Switch | L, ZL, R, ZR, Up, Down, Left, Right, L, ZL, R, ZR, Up, Down, Left, Right |
The pattern is easy to memorise once you spot it: left bumper, left trigger, right bumper, right trigger, then Up, Down, Left, Right on the d-pad. Do it twice.
How to enter the jetpack cheat
- Get into normal gameplay, ideally outdoors with some open space around CJ.
- Close the pause menu and map.
- On PC: type
ROCKETMAN. No Enter key. - On console: press the sequence above in order, using the d-pad (not the analog stick) for directions.
- Watch for “Cheat activated”. The jetpack appears beside CJ.
- If CJ isn’t already wearing it, walk into it to strap it on.
Sixteen presses is long enough that most failures are a single skipped or doubled button. If you keep fumbling it, practise on the cheat trainer, which times you on real combos.
How do you fly the jetpack in San Andreas?
The jetpack has its own simple control scheme. Exact buttons depend on your platform and settings, so check the on-screen help when you first put it on and the Controls section of the options menu if you’ve rebound anything. In general:
- Move with the left stick or your movement keys. The jetpack flies in the direction you push.
- Gain height with the ascend control and lose height with the descend control. Release both to hover.
- Turn the camera with the right stick or mouse to steer where you’re heading.
- Exit with the same button you use to leave a vehicle. CJ drops the jetpack on the spot.
A few habits make flying far easier:
- Hover first, then move. Taking off at full forward speed makes it hard to judge height.
- Fly high over the city. Lampposts, wires and building edges are the usual causes of crashes at low altitude.
- Land before you exit. Drop it from a rooftop and CJ is falling the rest of the way. If you want to bail out high up, enter the parachute cheat (
AIYPWZQPon PC) before you let go.
You can use some weapons while flying, typically smaller one-handed guns like pistols and SMGs. Big two-handed weapons aren’t available while you’re strapped in, so don’t plan an airborne rocket launcher attack.
Best places to use the jetpack
The jetpack shines anywhere roads make life awkward:
- Mount Chiliad. Skip the long winding drive and fly straight to the summit.
- Across the bay. Hop from Los Santos to San Fierro or from San Fierro to Las Venturas without fighting traffic on the bridges.
- Rooftops and skyscrapers. Downtown Los Santos and San Fierro have rooftops you can’t easily reach on foot. Land on them for a different view of the city.
- Collectible hunting. Tags, snapshots, horseshoes and oysters are scattered in awkward places. Flying over them is faster than driving around.
- Scouting a mission area. Get a look at where enemies are before going in on foot.
How to get the jetpack without cheats: Black Project
You don’t need a cheat to get a jetpack in San Andreas. During the desert part of the story, CJ breaks into a secret military base in the mission Black Project and steals a jetpack. The next mission, Green Goo, has you put it to work.
After Black Project, a jetpack becomes available at the Verdant Meadows airstrip in the desert, the abandoned airfield CJ buys during that chapter. You can go back for it whenever you want, with no code needed.
The cheat is still handy because it puts a jetpack in your hands instantly, anywhere on the map, without a long trip to the desert. It’s also the only way to get one before you’ve reached that part of the story.
Jetpack limitations: what can’t you do?
The jetpack is powerful but it isn’t magic. Things worth knowing:
- It doesn’t protect you. Bullets and explosions still hurt. Pair it with
BAGUVIX(infinite health) if you plan to fly through a firefight, remembering that falls and explosions can still be dangerous. - Heavy weapons are out. As above, stick to smaller guns while flying.
- Exiting high up is dangerous. CJ drops straight down.
- Cheat spawns can be restricted. Like other spawn cheats, it may not work inside some interiors or during certain missions. If it seems to do nothing, step outside or finish the mission first.
- It doesn’t replace aircraft for long flights. For crossing the whole map fast, a Hydra (
JUMPJET) or Hunter (OHDUDE) is quicker. Our San Andreas vehicle cheats guide lists every spawn.
Jetpack cheat combos worth trying
The jetpack gets better when you stack it with other codes:
| Combo | Codes (PC) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Untouchable flyer | ROCKETMAN + BAGUVIX | Fly over gunfights without worrying about bullets |
| Sky cop dodge | ROCKETMAN + AEZAKMI | No police helicopters chasing you |
| Base jumper | ROCKETMAN + AIYPWZQP | Fly high, take the jetpack off, open a parachute |
| Slow-mo hero | ROCKETMAN + SLOWITDOWN | Cinematic slow-motion flight |
Console players can find every one of those codes in the searchable table on the main GTA San Andreas cheats hub. PC players who keep mistyping the word codes should check the San Andreas PC cheats guide for the common typos.
Is the jetpack cheat safe to use on your main save?
Yes, the jetpack itself is one of the safer cheats in the game. It doesn’t change the weather, freeze time or alter pedestrians. The usual advice still applies: keep a backup save before a long cheat session, and read up on the codes that genuinely can cause trouble in our guide to San Andreas cheats that ruin your save.
And for the record: the jetpack cheat is strictly single-player. It doesn’t work in any online mode, and this unofficial fan site, which isn’t affiliated with Rockstar Games, doesn’t support cheating online.
Frequently asked questions
What is the jetpack cheat in GTA San Andreas?
On PC, type ROCKETMAN or YECGAA during gameplay. On PlayStation, press L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right, L1, L2, R1, R2, Up, Down, Left, Right. On Xbox and Switch, use the matching shoulder and trigger buttons in the same order.
Why is the San Andreas jetpack cheat not working?
Most often a button was skipped or the analog stick was used instead of the d-pad. The code is 16 presses long, so a single slip breaks it. Enter it during normal gameplay, not while paused, and try again in an open outdoor area.
Can you get the jetpack in GTA San Andreas without cheats?
Yes. CJ steals a jetpack during the story mission Black Project at the secret desert base. After that mission, a jetpack becomes available at the Verdant Meadows airstrip in the desert, so you can return for it whenever you like.
How do you take off the jetpack in GTA San Andreas?
Press the same button you'd use to exit a vehicle. CJ drops the jetpack immediately, so do it close to the ground. If you're high up, land first or switch to a parachute.
Does the San Andreas jetpack cheat work in GTA Online?
No. The ROCKETMAN cheat belongs to the single-player game GTA San Andreas. It has no connection to GTA Online, which is part of GTA V, and San Andreas codes do nothing there.