- This article is about an in-game mission. For the in-universe event, see Escape from Sand Island.
- "Arrest them on sight. They're spies! Shoot 'em if you have to!"
- ― Orson Perrault
Final Option is the 19th mission of Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War. Framed as spies, Wardog Squadron escape Sand Island in training jets, led by Pops.
Objectives
The mission's objective is to shake off the 8492nd Squadron and reach safety. The player must closely follow Pops as he leads them through the Solo Islands, particularly through two tunnel flights. If the player strays too far from Pops, they will fail the mission. Reaching the other side of the island completes the mission.
Enemy Lists
The player cannot attack in this mission due to a lack of ammunition.
Standard Units
| Section | Unit | Points | Count | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | 
|
F-15S/MTD | - | 4 | |
| Mission Update |
|
F-14A "SWORDSMAN" | - | 1 |
S Rank
The S rank is automatically awarded in this mission.[1]
Debriefing
All planes from the Sand Island detachment were shot down by naval jets from the carrier Kestrel. Likewise, all of the pilots are confirmed dead.
Trivia
- This is the first time in Ace Combat where the player is scripted to be shot down. The only other mission where this happens is Nightmare in Ace Combat: Assault Horizon.
References
- ↑ Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War Perfect Guide, pages 112-113.
