please recommend a low cost "flightstick"

[Sokol1]

In "entry level" joystick category, for around U$ 40/45,00 get Saitek AV8R Aviator or Thrustmaster T.16000-M (this have HALL sensor in X and Y axis instead potentiometers).

These models have the basic: four axis (X,Y, throttle, twist rudder) HAT and ~12 buttons).

Avoid generic Chinese brands, like Trust (mechanical deadzone, bad pots...).

Sokol1

[nearmiss]

Saitek Aviator is a good starter stick

[Thunderbolt56]

Originally Posted by nearmiss

Saitek Aviator is a good starter stick

Would get my vote for a beginner on a budget as well.

[Fergal69]

I've a Saitek Cyborg 3d Gold that I use. At the time I purchased it it was very reasonably priced.

I would look at the Saitek joysticks as whilst they do a very nice setup with a joystick & throttle control as a seperate items, they so some nice joysticks that would be more than adequate

[ALien_12]

Saitek Aviator. Very good and cheap. I've paid about 25$ (100 PLN)

[nearmiss]

Originally Posted by ALien_12

Saitek Aviator. Very good and cheap. I've paid about 25$ (100 PLN)

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[hiro]

starter joystick . . .

avoid the lower end logitechs, I got a 3d pro gaming extreme. I had it for a 3 months, and the twist stuck, forcing the rudder to go and the stick kept pulling up and left halfway (by the squares in IL-2's joystick sensitivity settings) even when in neutral and on the logitech calibration software. I RMA'd and the new one works legit, but its my back up since I got a CH setup.

It was $25.

I'd say go with the advice and get the saitek. You can use it for other games, and then you can figure out if you like IL-2, you can something uber like a CH fighter stick.

Oh and expect some of frustration, while playing this game, when on realisitic settings. It can get hard as its close to real.


Also if you google IL-2 nuggets, you'll find a link to uber start up IL-2 how to play kinda thread, courtesy of bearcat.


I found out I liked IL-2 so much I got a complete CH set up.

[flyingbullseye]

Originally Posted by Fergal69

I've a Saitek Cyborg 3d Gold that I use. At the time I purchased it it was very reasonably priced.

I would look at the Saitek joysticks as whilst they do a very nice setup with a joystick & throttle control as a seperate items, they so some nice joysticks that would be more than adequate

+1. Got mine a few months back on ebay new for about $25. Much better all around than the logitech stick it replaced.

Flyingbullseye

[proton45]

If you find that you enjoy "our humble little game" you might save your pennys and get one of these (when they are released in the fall).

Logitech's "Flight System G940" looks like it might be just the ticket for someone looking to get all the bits and pieces needed to fly HOTAS. Early reviews look good and the price is "ok" if the quality is really their...stick, throttle, buttons, peddles and force feedback.

p.s. FOR NOW, most of the advice you have received is good, any of the saitek sticks will do...

[rickyoswald]

I was in the same position as yourself some months ago and I bought a cheap stick which I have found very reliable and sturdy for IL2. I have just invested in an X52 (£109 sterling) so yay for me

My old stick is made by "Genius" but I don't know what model it is and I don't even have a box for it. You can have it for free, all I ask is that you'd pay the shipping - I can get a quote for you. I live in England so if you are far away from here it might cost a bit but I'm sure it would be less than buying a new stick + shipping...

The offer is there, you can contact me by email rickyoswald@gmail.com