The VIRPIL CDT-AERO Grip is a flightstick grip for air and space simulation with a dual-stage trigger, 3 four-way hats and an analogue ministick, available in left- or right-hand versions and compatible with VPC WarBRD and MongoosT-50 bases.
Built by VIRPIL Controls and inspired by modern fighter controls, this ambidextrous grip is ideal for H.O.S.A.S. configurations and custom setups. It is part of the VIRPIL Controls range and requires a compatible flightstick base, sold separately.
Key features
- Dual-stage trigger plus a flip trigger.
- 3 four-way hats with push and 3 extra configurable buttons.
- Analogue ministick and digital brake lever axis.
- 2 programmable RGB LEDs and a 2-position mode selector.
- Lockable twist axis and an adjustable hand rest.
- Available for the left hand (CDT-AERO-L) or right hand (CDT-AERO-R), ideal for H.O.S.A.S. setups.
- Compatible with VPC WarBRD and MongoosT-50 bases (base sold separately).
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Triggers | 1 dual-stage + 1 flip |
| Hats | 3 four-way with push |
| Extra buttons | 3 |
| Analogue ministick | 1 |
| Digital brake lever axis | 1 |
| Mode selector | 2 positions |
| Paddle switch | 1 |
| Programmable RGB LEDs | 2 |
| Twist axis | Lockable |
| Hand rest | Adjustable |
| Compatibility | VPC WarBRD and MongoosT-50 bases |
| Variants | Left hand (L) / right hand (R) |
| Reference | VPC-017-L / VPC-017-R |
Which version should you choose?
Choose the right-hand version (CDT-AERO-R) if it is your main flying hand and the left-hand one (CDT-AERO-L) for your throttle hand. For a H.O.S.A.S. setup (two sticks) you can combine both grips.
Compatibility
The CDT-AERO Grip requires a compatible flightstick base, sold separately. It is compatible with the VPC WarBRD Series and MongoosT-50 Series (including WarBRD-D and MongoosT-50CM3), the VPC Rotor TCS collectives and legacy Thrustmaster Warthog/Cougar bases (with functional limitations). Through the base it works as a USB controller on PC (Windows) with Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, DCS World, Star Citizen, Elite Dangerous and other simulators. It is not compatible with consoles.
Frequently asked questions
Does the VIRPIL CDT-AERO Grip include the flightstick base?
No. The grip requires a compatible flightstick base, sold separately. It is compatible with the VPC WarBRD and MongoosT-50 bases, among others.
Which bases is the CDT-AERO Grip compatible with?
With the VPC WarBRD Series and MongoosT-50 Series (including WarBRD-D and MongoosT-50CM3), the VPC Rotor TCS collectives and legacy Thrustmaster Warthog/Cougar bases, the latter with functional limitations.
Should I choose the left or right version?
Choose the right version (CDT-AERO-R) for your right hand and the left one (CDT-AERO-L) for your left hand. For a H.O.S.A.S. setup you can combine both.
How many controls does the CDT-AERO Grip have?
It packs a dual-stage trigger and a flip trigger, 3 four-way hats with push, 3 buttons, an analogue ministick, a brake lever axis, a 2-position selector, a paddle switch, 2 RGB LEDs and a lockable twist axis.
Is it suitable for space simulators?
Yes. It is ideal for Star Citizen, Elite Dangerous and other space simulators, as well as civil and military aviation on PC.
Does it need software to set up?
It is configured with the VPC Configuration Suite and works on PC (Windows) as a USB controller through the base.
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