Thrustmaster AVA & F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick

Name: Thrustmaster AVA & F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick
Brand: Thrustmaster
Price: 599.99 USD
Availability: InStock

The Thrustmaster AVA & F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick is a modular, professional-grade control system designed for high-fidelity naval combat and multirole flight simulation on Windows PC. This system combines...

$599.99 USD

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The Thrustmaster AVA & F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick is a modular, professional-grade control system designed for high-fidelity naval combat and multirole flight simulation on Windows PC.

This system combines the AVA (Advanced Versatile Architecture) base with an officially licensed 1:1 scale F/A-18 Super Hornet metal grip. The AVA base introduces a fully customizable internal architecture, allowing pilots to swap cams and springs to modify the stick's tension and deflection curves. Utilizing H.E.A.R.T magnetic sensors, the system delivers 16-bit resolution (65,536 values) for friction-free precision across the pitch and roll axes.

AVA: Advanced Versatile Architecture

Customizable Mechanics: The AVA base allows for tool-free adjustment of the internal damping and the swapping of cams (Aero, Soft, or Hard) to change the "feel" of the center point and stick travel.
All-Metal Core: Internal gimbal and mechanical components are constructed from industrial-grade metal for maximum structural rigidity and lifespan.
Precision Sensing: 3D Hall Effect sensors eliminate mechanical wear, ensuring that accuracy remains constant over years of use.
External Adjustability: Features accessible ports for fine-tuning the stick's friction without fully disassembling the base.

F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Replica Grip

Official Boeing License: A 1:1 scale replica of the actual U.S. Navy flight stick, featuring authentic ergonomics for naval aviation.
Metal Construction: The grip is composed of die-cast metal, providing the weight and tactile temperature properties of real-world aircraft controls.
Input Density: Equipped with 19 action buttons, including a 2-stage metal trigger and multiple military-spec hat switches (8-way POV, 8-way hats, and 4-way hats).
Tactile Authenticity: Each switch is calibrated with specific actuation pressure to match the feel of the F/A-18C cockpit controls.

Ecosystem & Customization

Modular Mounting: The AVA base is compatible with Thrustmaster's range of mounting accessories, including the AVA Desktop Plate and Offset Adapter.
Grip Swapping: The base utilizes the standard Thrustmaster modular connector, allowing for future upgrades to Warthog or Viper grips.
T.A.R.G.E.T Software: Fully compatible with the Advanced pRogramming Graphical EdiTor for creating advanced macros and custom deadzone profiles.

PC Compatibility & Sim Support

Platform: Native support for Windows 10 and 11 via USB-A connection.
Sim Integration: Specifically optimized for the DCS: F/A-18C Hornet module, as well as Microsoft Flight Simulator and IL-2 Sturmovik.
VR Ready: Physical button layouts and braille-style identification on the grip are designed for tactile recognition in Virtual Reality.

What’s in the Box

1 x Thrustmaster AVA Joystick Base.
1 x F/A-18 Super Hornet™ Metal Grip Add-On.
1 x Set of Cams and Springs (for tension customization).
USB connection cable and mounting hardware.
Quick start documentation and technical warranty info.

Technical Specifications Summary

Sensor Type	3D Hall Effect (Magnetic)
Resolution	16-bit (65,536 values)
Grip Material	Die-cast Metal
Base Architecture	Customizable Cam & Spring (AVA)
MPN	TM-AVA-FA18-BUNDLE

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