<p data-start="61" data-end="461">Coordinating airstrikes in <em data-start="88" data-end="102">Helldivers 2 is one of the most thrilling and strategic aspects of gameplay. Done right, it can wipe out swarms of enemies and turn the tide in high-difficulty missions. But if done wrong, it can wipe out your team just as fast. I&rsquo;ve been playing <em data-start="337" data-end="351">Helldivers 2 since launch, and here&rsquo;s a breakdown of six key steps I follow to ensure our airstrikes hit the enemy&mdash;not us.

<h3 data-start="463" data-end="510">1. <strong data-start="470" data-end="510">Secure Visuals and Positioning First</h3>
<p data-start="512" data-end="921">Before calling in an airstrike, I always make sure I have clear visuals on the target zone. That means positioning myself at higher ground or behind cover. It&rsquo;s also crucial to mark the area on the map so teammates don&rsquo;t run into the danger zone. I&rsquo;ve made the mistake early on of calling in an Eagle Cluster Bomb without warning&mdash;resulting in a quick team wipe. Communication and line of sight are everything.

<h3 data-start="923" data-end="968">2. <strong data-start="930" data-end="968">Use Stratagems Based on Enemy Type</h3>
<p data-start="970" data-end="1404">Different airstrikes are more effective against certain enemies. For example, I&rsquo;ve found the Eagle Napalm Airstrike to be devastating against Terminid swarms, while the Railcannon Strike is better for heavily armored Automatons. Before each mission, make sure to equip the right Stratagems for the threat type. Timing the call-in just as enemies bunch up has helped my squad clear multiple objectives faster&mdash;saving time and resources.

<h3 data-start="1406" data-end="1457">3. <strong data-start="1413" data-end="1457">Communicate with Your Squad in Real Time</h3>
<p data-start="1459" data-end="1874">Airstrikes are not solo tools. They&rsquo;re most effective when synced with your team&rsquo;s movement. I usually alert my squad with voice chat or ping the map, counting down to the strike. This reduces the risk of friendly fire and maximizes kill efficiency. In some missions, we coordinated multiple strikes from different squad members&mdash;creating a cascade of destruction that cleared the entire outpost in under 30 seconds.

<h3 data-start="1876" data-end="1922">4. <strong data-start="1883" data-end="1922">Use Airstrikes to Defend Objectives</h3>
<p data-start="1924" data-end="2305">During defense missions, I always save one or two airstrikes for when enemy reinforcements arrive. One memorable game involved defending a Black Box. The enemy came in waves, and just when things looked grim, we timed two Eagle Strafing Runs back-to-back. That clutch moment saved the mission and reminded me that <em data-start="2238" data-end="2304">airstrikes aren&rsquo;t just offense&mdash;they&rsquo;re your last line of defense.

<h3 data-start="2307" data-end="2363">5. <strong data-start="2314" data-end="2363">Balance Your Loadout with Resource Management</h3>
<p data-start="2365" data-end="2811">Airstrikes cost requisition points, and managing those points is key to long-term survival in a match. To earn more, I sometimes farm credits between missions. If you&rsquo;re looking for a boost, I recommend checking out Helldivers 2 Super Credits for sale. Getting the right amount of resources allows me to equip high-impact Stratagems consistently, especially for tournament-style or high-difficulty play.

<h3 data-start="2813" data-end="2879">6. <strong data-start="2820" data-end="2879">Prepare for Competitive Play with the Right Investments</h3>
<p data-start="2881" data-end="3417">If you&rsquo;re like me and participate in weekend missions or community challenges, every advantage counts. Investing in the right gear can mean the difference between completing a mission and failing at the extraction point. I once ran into a match where we had three high-level players and one new guy. He had managed to buy Helldivers 2 Super Credits and used them to grab high-level Stratagems. Despite being new, he pulled off a perfectly timed Orbital Laser Strike that saved the entire team.

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<p data-start="3439" data-end="3805" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Airstrikes in <em data-start="3453" data-end="3467">Helldivers 2 are not just flashy explosions&mdash;they&rsquo;re precision tools that require timing, teamwork, and preparation. From my own experience, investing time into learning how each one works and coordinating with your team will elevate your performance in any mission. Master these six steps, and you&rsquo;ll be the squad&rsquo;s go-to for calling in the big guns.