The Thrustmaster AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet Flightstick is a military flight sim joystick for PC that combines the metal modular AVA base with an official 1:1 replica of the F/A-18C Hornet grip under Boeing licence, with dual AXY and magnetic H.E.A.R.T. sensor technology.
The 100% metal AVA base lets you customise the axis curve (via cams), resistance (springs), travel (deflection masks) and damping, with quick external access to adjust resistance without disassembling the stick. The F/A-18C replica grip features 19 action buttons, a 2-stage trigger and an 8-way hat switch, and the set is plug and play in the main simulators.
AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet Flightstick features
- Complete system: metal modular AVA base + 1:1 F/A-18C Hornet replica grip under Boeing licence.
- Dual sensor technology: AXY (dual, contactless) and magnetic H.E.A.R.T., wear-free.
- Customisable mechanical adjustments: axis curve, resistance, travel and damping.
- Quick external access to adjust resistance without disassembling the stick.
- Grip with 19 action buttons, a 2-stage trigger and an 8-way hat switch.
- Includes a "Super Hornet" metal plate and an Offset Adapter to tilt the stick to 15° or 30°.
- Scalable base, compatible with future AVA ecosystem accessories.
- Plug and play in DCS World, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and X-Plane 11/12.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base | AVA modular, metal, customisable |
| Included grip | F/A-18C Hornet replica at 1:1 scale, with 19 buttons |
| Grip controls | 19 buttons, 2-stage trigger, 8-way hat switch |
| Sensors | AXY (dual) and magnetic H.E.A.R.T. |
| Mechanical adjustments | Curve, resistance, travel and damping |
| Accessories | Offset Adapter (15°/30°) and "Super Hornet" metal plate |
| Licence | Boeing (F/A-18C Hornet) |
| Platform | PC (Windows 10/11), USB |
Compatibility
Compatible with PC (Windows 10/11) via USB, plug and play in DCS World, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and X-Plane 11/12. It shares the ecosystem's AVA modular base, and its F/A-18C grip is also available separately as the F/A-18C Hornet add-on grip. It rounds off with the T.Flight Rudder Pedals (not included).
Frequently asked questions
What does the set include?
The metal modular AVA base and the 1:1 F/A-18C Hornet replica grip under Boeing licence, plus the metal plate and Offset Adapter.
How many buttons does the grip have?
19 action buttons, with a 2-stage trigger and an 8-way hat switch.
Which sensors does it use?
Dual technology: AXY sensors (dual, contactless) and a magnetic H.E.A.R.T. system, wear-free.
Can the stick be tilted?
Yes, the included Offset Adapter lets you set it to 15° or 30°.
Which simulators does it work with?
Plug and play in DCS World, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and X-Plane 11/12, on PC (Windows 10/11).
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