{"product_id":"thrustmaster-ava-f-a-18-super-hornet™-flight-stick","title":"Thrustmaster AVA \u0026 F\/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pshq-acc-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 10px 0 18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eThrustmaster AVA \u0026amp; F\/A-18 Super Hornet™ Flight Stick\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modular, professional-grade control system designed for high-fidelity naval combat and multirole flight simulation on \u003cstrong\u003eWindows PC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n      This system combines the \u003cstrong\u003eAVA (Advanced Versatile Architecture)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eH.E.A.R.T magnetic sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e, the system delivers 16-bit resolution (65,536 values) for friction-free precision across the pitch and roll axes.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pshq-acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary class=\"pshq-acc__summary\"\u003e\n      AVA: Advanced Versatile Architecture\n      \u003cspan class=\"pshq-acc__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pshq-acc__content\"\u003e\n      \n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable Mechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Metal Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal gimbal and mechanical components are constructed from industrial-grade metal for maximum structural rigidity and lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D Hall Effect sensors eliminate mechanical wear, ensuring that accuracy remains constant over years of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Adjustability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features accessible ports for fine-tuning the stick's friction without fully disassembling the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pshq-acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary class=\"pshq-acc__summary\"\u003e\n      F\/A-18 Super Hornet™ Replica Grip\n      \u003cspan class=\"pshq-acc__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pshq-acc__content\"\u003e\n      \n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Boeing License:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1:1 scale replica of the actual U.S. Navy flight stick, featuring authentic ergonomics for naval aviation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grip is composed of die-cast metal, providing the weight and tactile temperature properties of real-world aircraft controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile Authenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each switch is calibrated with specific actuation pressure to match the feel of the F\/A-18C cockpit controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pshq-acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary class=\"pshq-acc__summary\"\u003e\n      Ecosystem \u0026amp; Customization\n      \u003cspan class=\"pshq-acc__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pshq-acc__content\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The AVA base is compatible with Thrustmaster's range of mounting accessories, including the AVA Desktop Plate and Offset Adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Swapping:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base utilizes the standard Thrustmaster modular connector, allowing for future upgrades to Warthog or Viper grips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT.A.R.G.E.T Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with the Advanced pRogramming Graphical EdiTor for creating advanced macros and custom deadzone profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pshq-acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary class=\"pshq-acc__summary\"\u003e\n      PC Compatibility \u0026amp; 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