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Last update:31 August 2020
What hardware and controller should I choose to fly a plane in Flight Simulator?
What are the pros and cons of different solutions?
Cheap models may require recalibration in the Windows prefs more often than high quality equipment.
They can be used for various types of simulators: civilian aircraft, combat aircraft, and spacecraft.
Military pilots use them to quickly track targets, etc.
Throttles forcivilian aircraft do not have as many buttons.
It’s a good choice when we’re confident we’re going to stay mainly with civilian aircraft simulators.
It somewhat resembles a steering wheel, which can also be tilted forward and backward.
Unfortunately, in comparison to a joystick, it requires more desk space and stable mounting to the tabletop.
Separate wheel brakes are also helpful in making sharp turns during taxiing.
There are only few models of pedals available on the market.
it’s possible for you to find cheaper models made of synthetics and solid high-quality pedals made of metals.
The latter are quite expensive.
They are also offered as a complement to the joystick + throttle sets.
Let us point out that these pedals cannot be used with driving wheels in racing games.
In aircraft pedals, the entire gear can be rotated to which a directional rudder is assigned.
Thus, by pressing the pedals in a car racing game you will only activate car brakes.
Cheaper solutions should be enough for a start.
Eventually, they can also be leaning against the opposite wall.
It is, in a sense, a cheap alternative to VR.
The official Track IR gadget is very expensive.
The second choice you have to make is the source of power: USB cable or battery.
Here, a set without any cables is much more convenient.
However, if you spend long hours flying, it is worth having backup power at hand.
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