Virtual Fly Switcho Engines | Engine Start Panel

Name: Virtual Fly Switcho Engines – Engine Start Panel
Brand: Virtual Fly
SKU: VF00040301
Price: 779.99 EUR
Availability: InStock

Virtual Fly Switcho Engines, engine start panel for flight simulation

5-position ignition key with START on the Switcho Engines

Master and ALT/GEN switches on the Switcho Engines

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Available from: Nov 16, 2026

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The Virtual Fly Switcho Engines is a Plug & Fly module with master and engine start switches for flight simulation, compatible with MSFS, X-Plane and Prepar3D, able to start single- and twin-engine piston and turboprop aircraft.

Built entirely from metal, it connects over USB-C and works as a joystick (HID); it is recognised automatically by the VF-HUB software, with no configuration. It is part of the Virtual Fly range and, thanks to the Switcho family snap system, it combines with the other modules; its aluminium housing is removable for integration into custom cockpit panels.

Key features

Plug & Fly over USB-C: works as a joystick (HID) and is recognised by the VF-HUB software with no configuration
Full metal construction; switches and rotaries with an ultra-high life cycle and a realistic feel
5-position ignition switch with a momentary START position that returns automatically to BOTH, just like the real thing (piston engines)
Manages start-up and systems: Master Battery, Master Avionics, ALT/GEN and, for turboprop, START button and AUTO IGNITION
Starts single- and twin-engine piston and turboprop aircraft; includes the battery and avionics system
Vertical or horizontal layout: the module is split into two parts
Anti-slip and anti-tip systems; removable housing (4/6 screws) for custom cockpits and ON/OFF switches reassignable from the simulator or with FSUIPC, SPAD.neXt or Axis and Ohs

Technical specifications

Specification	Detail
Brand	Virtual Fly
Type	Engine start and masters panel
Construction	Metal
Content	Master Battery, Master Avionics (x2), ALT/GEN (x2), 5-position ignition switch with momentary START (piston, x2), START button (turboprop, x2), AUTO IGNITION (turboprop, x2)
Layout	Vertical or horizontal (split into 2 modules)
Connectivity	USB-C (cable included), joystick (HID)
Software	VF-HUB
Advanced customisation	FSUIPC, SPAD.neXt, Axis and Ohs
Aircraft	Single- and twin-engine piston and turboprop
Simulators	MSFS, X-Plane 11/12, Prepar3D v4-5
Operating system	Windows, macOS
Dimensions (with packing)	250 × 210 × 180 mm
Weight (with packing)	2 kg

Compatibility

Compatible with MSFS, X-Plane 11 and 12 and Prepar3D v4-5 through the VF-HUB software, on Windows and macOS. It is optimised for each simulator's default aircraft; third-party aircraft and add-ons may not be fully compatible.

Frequently asked questions

What does the panel include?

It includes Master Battery, Master Avionics, ALT/GEN, 5-position ignition switches with a momentary START for piston engines and, for turboprop, a START button and AUTO IGNITION.

How does the 5-position ignition switch work?

It is one of the first on the market with a momentary START position: when released, it returns automatically to BOTH, just like the real thing.

Does it need configuration?

No. It is Plug & Fly: connect it over USB-C, it works as a joystick (HID) and the VF-HUB software recognises it automatically.

Can I start single- and twin-engine aircraft?

Yes. It is designed to start single- and twin-engine piston and turboprop aircraft, and includes the battery and avionics system.

Can I mount it vertically or horizontally?

Yes. The module is split into two parts, so it can be arranged in a vertical or horizontal layout to suit your setup.

Can it be integrated into a custom cockpit?

Yes. The aluminium housing is fully removable with 4/6 screws, so the module can be mounted into custom panels, for example with solutions such as StayLevel Avionix.

Buying your engine start panel from Simufy means buying with full guarantees

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Our own 5,000 m² warehouse and showroom in Barcelona
Specialised technical support and official warranty on every product
Expert advice to build your flight simulation setup
Tailored financing: leasing and renting available

Frequently asked questions

A pre-order product is not yet available for immediate delivery, but it is on its way and can be reserved in advance before its official availability. This guarantees you will get the product as soon as it is in stock. We recommend pre-ordering to make sure you don't miss out on a unit and have to wait for the next batch.

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Absolutely. The products we offer are carefully selected to meet high quality standards. This ensures that the materials used are durable, safe and suited to their intended purpose.

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No, every order is sent as a single shipment. If an order contains both in-stock and out-of-stock items, it will ship as soon as all of its items are in stock. If you want to receive the in-stock items right away, you will need to place separate orders or ask us to charge an additional shipping fee.

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Yes, as long as the product is received in the same condition in which it was shipped. The refund will be issued after the returned product has been manually inspected and approved, using the same payment method used for the purchase. For more information, see our Returns Policy.