Can you ever improve your flying skill before unlocking las Venturas?

I did some flying already. According to the game stats, I flew for 45 minutes (real time presumably). I travelled 51 km by helicopter and 80 km by plane.

I read some recommendations regarding flying skill (see full post on reddit). It is however written for GTA V, not GTA: San andreas

If you've completed the flight school already and still aren't maxed, the second way to improve your flying attribute is by completing successful takeoffs and landings at each of the three airports.

I have no exp points in flying stat at all:

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Can I gain exp points in flying before unlocking las Venturas and accessing the flight school?

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Do you have to complete flight school in San Andreas?

That being said, not every aspect of this game is loved. Difficulty spikes aren't appreciated in any game, and this applied to San Andreas as well. One of the most infamous difficulty spikes in this game has to be flight school, which is a mandatory part of the game.

How do I increase my flying skill in GTA Online?

You can raise this skill by performing stealth takedowns and walking while in stealth mode. Flying: Your skill in the cockpit of various aircraft. Take off, land, and manage turbulence more easily. Increase this skill by flying for sustained periods and succeeding at flight school challenges.

How many flying school missions are there in GTA San Andreas?

The Pilot School consists of 10 lessons teaching the player how to fly planes, helicopters, and at the end - how to use a parachute. The work pays off later when the Rustler, Stunt Plane, and Hunter are unlocked respectively for achieving Bronze, Silver and Gold medals in all the lessons.

GTA V: How to increase flying skill FAST and easy!! (online)

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