Mission 02: Nomad

Mission 02

Ace Combat 8 Mission 02: Nomad — Operation Falling Sparks

Quick answer

Mission 02 — Nomad (Operation Falling Sparks). Rush early air targets for the ace timer, then finish story objectives. Ace note: Crematio (A-6E).

Mission Play-sourced

Mission card

  • Title: Nomad
  • Operation: Falling Sparks
  • Number: Mission 02 / 30
  • Mission medal: none

Objectives & approach

Rush early air targets for the ace timer, then finish story objectives. Keep altitude awareness for ground threats.

Hidden ace / Assault Record

Crematio (A-6E): destroy 4+ enemy aircraft within 3 minutes of start.

Named aces need Veteran+. Finish the mission after the kill. Full table: hidden aces.

S-rank tips

  • Replay in Free Mission with a role-matched jet and dual SP weapons.
  • Farm high-value TGTs early; don’t waste the clock on low-point leftovers until you’re near the threshold.
  • On Ace, expect tighter enemy fire — use Cover and terrain, rearm if the map allows mid-mission landings.

People also ask

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What is Mission 02 called?

Nomad — Operation Falling Sparks.

How do I get the mission medal?

This sortie has no unique mission medal — focus S-rank and Assault Records.

Can I replay it later?

Yes — Free Mission after the campaign.

Further reading

Related guides

Mission 01 · Mission 03 · Campaign · S-Rank · Hidden Aces

Primary: Ace Combat 8 Mission 02 Nomad. Also: Operation Falling Sparks, S-rank, walkthrough, Assault Record. Independent fan guide — verify in-game if patches change conditions.