Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick (PS3 & Windows)

I'm a fan of this one, as it has the thrust as well as the joystick-my previous one only had the joystick which feels weird. It can also split into two separate parts connected by a cable about the length of a keyboard, which is nice.

Not bad for keyboard, you really should invest in a joystick

I recommend the Thrustmaster T-flight Hotas X it’s is good for beginners.

New here. HOTUS and VR questions

Hi! I recently picked up the game and want to dive right in with a HOTUS and my Valve Index.

I'm thinking of picking up the Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick. Will this one be sufficient for someone like me who is brand new to flight sim games? Will I be able to bind all the buttons on to it so I don't need to use the Keyboard with my VR goggles on? Anything else to consider? Thanks!

Yeah I am looking at getting this for it:

Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick (PS3 & PC) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RY7GFb7X2CD2W

I'll check it out! I was thinking something like this.

I've used the Thrustmaster X HOTAS. It is pretty cheap entry into a HOTAS and I loved it so much I bought my brother one as well. I've used it in War Thunder, Arma 3, Elite Dangerous and a couple others. I'd highly recommend it especially as an entry level with both joystick and throttle.

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-t-flight-PlayStation-producto-qualityfast-Shipping/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=flight+x+hotas&qid=1591806579&sr=8-3

Just got Elite wanna use a flight stick but can't really spend too much right now for a better thrustmaster.

How is this one?

Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_0Lb4EbM643YD3

Keep an eye out for the Thrustmaster T-flight HOTAS controllers. I'm pretty sure I got the HOTAS X (which is an older model) for under 80 bucks. It's great for Squadrons and Elite Dangerous in VR, and it's great for Flight Simulator in conjunction with the keyboard for all the plane functions (I separate the two sections and put them on opposite sides of my keyboard).

I'm trying to get into this game with my new vr headset and the main video I watched uses this joystick ( Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6jTdEbT6Y3GRD ) is this a good starter joystic or would yall recommend another?

just the cheapo one, the Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick.

it's kind of light weight but seems to be working pretty good.

First let’s pick a plane. I haven’t played much Russian air SB. My first suggestion, if you have it, is the TIS MA. It is very docile, has good visibility, good manuverabity, and a tough damage model. If you don’t have the TIS MA, play the YaK-1. It isn’t fast but the ShVAK is accurate and hard hitting and it is docile with good maneuverability.

Next, get a joystick if you don’t have one already. Here is the one I use and it is cheap and works great for War Thunder:

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

Practice takeoffs and landings in test flight, get to know your plane.

Set your view controls to your hat switch, and set a button to automatically center your view.

Treat dogfighting like air RB, but remember your visibility is limited. Keep your opponent in sight. Treat your plane’s gunsight the same as the reticle in air RB. Deflection shots will be way harder so you need to predict where the enemy plane will end up when it drops below your nose.

Keep your head on a swivel, make sure no one gets in your six. If they do, go evasive, remember aiming is harder for everyone in SB than RB.

SB is the best game mode in War Thunder and the feeling of getting a kill is incredibly satisfying and rewarding. Best of luck, maybe I will see you in an Enduring Confrontation.

Thrustmaster Hotas X works great for me - https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X Flight Stick https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ep2gEbWHEHWNW

This was my first upgrade from a traditional joystick and the separate throttle helps with immersion. Of course a yoke and pedals would be the best, but they aren’t exactly budget. You can also separate the throttle from the stick. Plenty of programmable buttons. There are versions that are dual compatible with on PC and the console of choice for the same price.

$80 ain't gonna give you much. Your best bet is a T-Flight which is within your price range, and if you have an Xbox or PS4 there are versions of this model that is also within the price range.

Well I recently bought this, but to be honest I haven't used it yet (finishing up my current game. I've got a flight sim on the docket next). When I was researching though, I just found whatever joystick on amazon had the highest number of positive reviews, and this is it:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CXYMFS

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

Nice balance between functionality and price. Great for ED. And the two halves can either be together or separated.

I have a VR HMD, and just picked up a used HOTAS for $10 (this one) because I've been reading about ED for years now and decided to finally just dive right in and I have... no idea where to start? I've not played flight sims since 6th grade in the early '90's, have never used a HOTAS, any of that. What do? Even the 'guides' section seems way overwhelming...

lol I have this right now: https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=thrustmaster+hotas&qid=1580835566&sr=8-5

But okay Ill check that other one too.

If this is too expensive for anybody I've been using this Thrustmaster for like 5 years and it's decent. Good if you are just going to be an occasional player.

It really has been a ton of fun, I’m loving having football to watch in the late winter & spring! I use a HOTAS, it really sells the immersion on a whole new level. I use this one I use this one, it’s in the cheap aside but it really does the job well and pairing that with VoiceAttack software gives me all the controls I need.

>T.Flight HOTAS X

this one?

it does not seem to have many buttons

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

60$

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&psc=1

That’s the HOTAS one I was looking at, and I really can’t afford to spend more than that. is it a good option?

It's the Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X

Which one exactly are you talking about? You mean the T-Flight? Thats Thrustmaster as well.

I had a friend get that stick. He ended up getting the T16000m HOTAS later. While maybe not true for this game it has a lack of buttons and features. I honestly think you're better off just getting a T16000M stand alone because then if you later decide "I want a throttle" you can pick up the FCS throttle and have a really good setup. AND I legitmally think you'd be happier with the T16000m by itself than the T-flight.

Either is a viable option.

The "cheap stick throttle combo" is the HOTAS X, also a thrustmaster product. It's a perfectly good basic unit, though it has the issues of a relative paucity of buttons (12 buttons and an 8-way hat) and it's a little imprecise. I personally used this unit before I upgraded to my T16000.

The other option would be to buy just the T16000M stick (about the same cost at the above X), then the throttle later. The T16000M stick has a mini throttle slider on it, so it will operate that control in a basic sense in the meantime. The stick also has more buttons than the X does (16 button and an 8-way hat), and the throttle adds even more (3 more buttons, another 8-way hat, a pair of 4-way hats (these are arguably 8-way. Each of this pair of hats is presented to the OS as 4 buttons, and moving the hat diagonally is presented as both buttons being pressed), a two-way switch, an analog stick, rudder rocker, and an analog dial), giving you lots of room for all of ED's multitude of controls.

I would personally go with the latter option. The 16000 is a decidedly superior stick to the X and the throttle is also better.

For flight stick/HOTAS,I have the Thrustmaster t-flight, the PS3 one, which works on PC.

Just over $50 on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-t-flight-PlayStation-producto-qualityfast-Shipping/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=thrustmaster+t-flight&qid=1588853295&sr=8-1

It's a really good entry level HOTAS which I have been using for 3 years now with no issues.

I know this isn't the question, but I'd recommended getting a H.O.T.A.S. There are a lot of good cheap ones. https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Thrustmaster+HOTAS&qid=1587399398&sr=8-2

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I got the idea that you didn't have one when you said "'you either read this 300 page manual and get a joystick or else'? "

I'm saying this because flying with mouse yoke, even for occasional short flights, is sad.

MSRP didn't change, bud. I'm talking about the fact that everything is out of stock, so the only available options are private sellers on amazon and other websites charging way too much. Nobody is privately selling honeycombs, they're just not available flat out.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01KCHPRXA/ref=sr_1_3_olp?keywords=t16000m&qid=1598510058&sr=8-3&dchild=1

$298 at the cheapest available option for a $120 hotas.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B001CXYMFS/ref=dp_olp_used_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=used

$189 for a $50 hotas.

I picked up a T-Flight X in anticipation for Squadrons. I've been playing the old X-wing games with it, and some Elite Dangerous, and it works great! Currently listed as $61. The stick has twist axis, and the throttle has a paddle-thingy, so you can skip getting rudder pedals if money's tight right now.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CXYMFS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Some people don't want to spend money on a HOTAS system, instead choosing to use something they have on hand.

Some people also can't rationalize getting a cheap HOTAS that could be used for a small handful of games, wherein a fairly decent controller is both cheaper, and can be used for more games.

There's nothing wrong with how people want to play DCS.

Also, in light of your continued posts on this topic, I'd like to suggest making more mature posts in the future.

Welcome. Lots of good info in the other posts so i'll just add a little on. If you decide to go all in on the A-10C or any other of the high fidelity planes (with the deep systems and clickable cockpits, etc...)

check this site out: https://www.mudspike.com/chucks-guides-dcs-a-10c-warthog/ and you will find pretty user friendly manuals for prettty much all the high end modules.

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Also, if you're at all interested in a HOTAS you don't have to spend a lot. This one is the one i started with and used for a long time before i went deeper and it got the job done for $65.

https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

From Left to Right Logitech Side Panel Control Deck https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/products/farm/farm-simulator-side-panel.html

Thrustmaster Hotas x https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS

Logitech flight switch using SPAD.next to control and map which works beautifully https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/products/flight/flight-simulator-switch-panel.html

I got all of them in eBay for about half the Amazon price.

Stand is just plywood and pvc. I can get dimensions if you need. Plan is to wrap the deck in carbon fiber tape to make it look a bit more legit.

If you're looking for a cheap starter setup, try the Thrustmaster T-Flight HOTAS X. That's basically the cheapest HOTAS (hands on throttle and stick) available. You'll need to get creative with bindings since it doesn't have a lot of buttons, but at $50 it's a steal.

My setup is kinda bonkers. I use two sticks and foot pedals for combat, and a throttle for flying around outside of combat.

I'm using two VKB Kosmosima grips, the left on a Gladiator-K base (a phenomenal upper-level starter stick) and the right on a Gunfighter Mk. III base. The throttle is Virpil's MongoosT-50CM2 mounted to the shifter bar on my chair. The racing controls are a used Logitech g27 I picked up off of Facebook, and the chair is an OpenWheeler with some monitor arms attached for mounting the sticks right where I want them.

I took the exam in late June or so, so here's what I recommend:

First, get a study guide. Barron's is commonly recommended, but I would highly suggest you use more than one if you really want to knock this out of the park. I used this Trivium study guide and can tell you that it's short, sweet, and to the point, but lacks in details that you're gonna find in Barron's guide. I'd say that going all the way through Barron's guide first, then using the Trivium one as a quick review a couple weeks before your exam will do you well. In total, these should put you back around $40-$45 and should be the only real purchases for study material barring a HOTAS setup.

Next, definitely check out airwarriors.com's extensive ASTB study and questions guide here. I can't find the exact page, but there should be a litany of Google Doc resources that you can find there that will cover a lot of specific problems and information that you'll come across on the exam. If you can't find them, then pm me and I'll share them to you that way. You can also look through the most recent posts on the blog I linked and see what people have to say about their time taking the exam, what kind questions they had, and so on.

Now, for the HOTAS part, your experience will heavily depend on how much experience you have with flight sims at home or with using a joystick/HOTAS setup. There's not much trick to it as it's designed to be difficult even for people who're good at sims and HOTAS. The general advice for it is to just have fun with it and trust your instincts; I did both and did pretty well on that portion. You don't need to ball out on a HOTAS setup at home, so I recommend this cheap joystick/thruster for about $60 (or console equivalent) that I used (and still use) to practice flying on Microsoft Flight Sim, Elite: Dangerous, and War Thunder (War Thunder is free if you don't want to spend the money). Just practice following planes around from behind while managing your throttle and using inverted flying controls and you'll be fine.

Finally, the OAR portion was far harder for me as I never took any physics courses in my life and haven't had any math classes for 5 years, and I still got a 47 on it my first try (I may need to re-take it, but we'll cross that bridge when we get there). The only difficult parts came from stuff that I didn't study for because I simply never came across them in my Trivium study guide, which is why I highly recommend having a DIVERSE set of study materials. Give yourself at LEAST one month to study for this thing, ideally two, and put in at LEAST 2-3 hours per day (or more) studying with some sim practice time if you can manage it.

I guess if you're looking for a straight up price lineup it'd go something like this:

• Thrustmaster T-Flight Hotas X - ~$60
• Thrustmaster T.16000M FCS - ~$150
• VKB Gladiator K + Thrustmaster TWCS - ~$230
• Custom setup (consult /r/hotas) - $$$

The first one listed has a lot less buttons, so maybe it'll be fine for a casual game like Star Wars Squadrons. But if MS Flight Sim is anything like DCS, there will be a lot of buttons that need mapping. So with the HOTAS X, you'll probably have to set one of the buttons as a modifier.

This is why I think a really good option is getting the T.16000M as it has a logical upgrade route.

However, if you know you'll just play casually and don't care to spend >$100, then the HOTAS X could be a good option for you. The caveat will come down to you get what you pay for though.

• Thrustmaster T.16000M
• Thrustmaster T-Flight HOTAS X

So no, they're still widely available. But Guillemot/Thrustmaster have experienced a sharp 2yr stock decline, as well as a 25% reduction in sales (2018-2019

I have the HOTAS-X and it works perfectly fine for me. For $60 you really can't go wrong. ( https://www.amazon.com/Thrustmaster-T-Flight-Hotas-Flight-Stick-PC/dp/B001CXYMFS )

The problem with the joysticks is actually getting the muscle memory down for all of the controls, because there's so freaking many of them. With the HOTAS the key thing to remember is "Modifiers"

Using the bindings I have set up as examples, which were based off this thread and cheatsheet:

https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/9bqgnw/thrustmaster_hotas_x_bindings/

https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1kwdKkgLzzuFdaDUXpIVHf4vpKIqcweEujQOI578ti0g/edit

Essentially you have four buttons under your left thumb, and each one represents a "group" of functions. The top one is "Flight", second is "Combat", etc... so you hold down the top button and press the fire button, and it boosts. Hold down the second and press the same joystick fire button and hardpoints are deployed.

The HOTAS only has about 17 total buttons, but using those modifiers allows you access to pretty much every keyboard shortcut in the game that you would use on a regular basis.

(Not counting things like camera control and things like that. I use an Elgato Stream Deck for all of that nonsense) ;-)