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Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick "Airbus Edition" for PC and VR
- 17 action buttons with "braille"-style identification
- Inspired by the iconic Airbus sidestick: Ergonomic 1:1 scale replica
- 4 swappable joystick head button modules, and 12 remappable buttons for a multitude of possibilities in flight, and on the ground
- Throttle with built-in thrust reverser mechanism, and rudder control by rotating the sidestick's handle (lockable/unlockable)
- Contactless magnetic sensor technology, with no potentiometers, for an unlimited lifespan and optimal precision
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 356 days
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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The Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition is a PC flight-simulator joystick with an Airbus-inspired design, precise magnetic sensors, an integrated throttle, and twist rudder control—well suited to pilots who want hands-on controls for Microsoft Flight Simulator and other PC flight sims.
Recommended For
- PC flight-sim newcomers who want an Airbus-style sidestick, basic built-in throttle, and twist rudder in one controller for getting started without a separate throttle quadrant or rudder pedals.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator pilots focused on Airbus aircraft who want a sidestick modeled on the Airbus design, with a built-in throttle and a thrust-reverser function for basic airliner control.
- Left- or right-handed sim pilots, or people configuring a shared setup, who want to switch the stick’s button layout and move its head modules between supported configurations.
- Casual flight-sim users with limited desk space who prefer a single-stick setup and are comfortable using a short-travel throttle control rather than a separate throttle unit.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | PC flight simulation, especially Airbus-style flying with configurable left- or right-handed controls |
| Controls And Configuration | Ambidextrous sidestick with 17 action buttons, four swappable stick-head button modules, and 12 base buttons configurable for left- or right-handed use |
| Axes And Throttle | Four independent axes, including an integrated throttle with thrust-reverser mechanism and a twist-rudder axis that can be locked when using rudder pedals |
| Precision And Feel | H.E.A.R.T Hall-effect magnetic sensors provide 14-bit resolution on pitch and roll, with a helical spring for firm, smooth resistance |
| Connectivity And Compatibility | USB connection for Windows PCs; natively recognized with default mapping in Microsoft Flight Simulator and compatible with Thrustmaster T.Flight Rudder pedals and Pendular Rudder |
| Dimensions And Weight | 8.70 × 7.80 × 7.80 inches; 2.00 lb |
| Model Identifiers | Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition, model 2960844 |