Palmer, the Shinra's head of Space Explorations, tries to steal it for Rufus Shinra's use, but Cloud Strife and his party stop him, and must escape on the plane. Tiny Bronco badly damaged when shot down by Shinra soldiers during their escape and loses all flight functions, but it remains a means of naval transportation, as it can navigate through shallow waters. After crossing Gaea's Cliff and witnessing the events at the North Crater, the Tiny Bronco disappears along with the buggy, their roles being replaced by the Highwind.