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Thrustmaster AVA Base & F/A-18C Hornet Flight Sim Stick Bundle - PC | 1:1 USAF licensed Hornet replica stick, 19 programable buttons, 2-step trigger, 8-way hat, offset adapter

Thrustmaster AVA Base & F/A-18C Hornet Flight Sim Stick Bundle

Bottom line: The Thrustmaster AVA Base & F/A-18C Hornet Flight Sim Stick Bundle is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the flight sim gear category, priced around $599.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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Manufacturer description

Create your own piloting style with AVA (Advanced Versatile Aviation) — the new high-end Thrustmaster joystick base, customizable for each pilot and adaptable to any type of aviation. AVA adapts to your style for subtle handling, and sensations that are tailored to you. Thanks to its all-metal mechanism, you can easily change the four functional elements of your joysticks: the axis curve, resistance, travel and damping. AVA's design was specially created for quick modification of all its elements, allowing for customization between flights, and on-the-fly adjustments. The AVA F/A-18 Super…

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Common buyer scenarios for flight sim gear of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Includes the AVA premium modular base, a 1:1-scale replica of the F/A-18C Hornet flight stick, Offset Adapter and metal plate
  • Customization of a multitude of settings of the internal components: axis curve, resistance, travel and damping
  • Quick and easy modification of the base, with adjustment of the stick's resistance without disassembly, thanks to external access points
  • Precision and control of the center point movements, the progressiveness and the resistance, via AXY (Accurate X&Y) technology
  • F/A-18C Hornet flight stick, officially licensed by Boeing, with 19 action buttons including a 2-step trigger and one 8-direction hat switch
  • Configurations of the base compatible with all types of aviation (military, civil, space and helicopter)

Full Specifications

ColorBlack
Model NameAVA Base & FA18 Super Hornet Flight Stick (PC)
Model Number2960863
CompatibilityPC, Switch
Button Quantity19
Controller TypeJoystick
Hardware PlatformDesktop, Laptop, PC
Compatible DevicesPC
Additional FeaturesErgonomic, Motion Sensing
Warranty DescriptionOne year
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part Number2960863
External Testing CertificationNão Aplicavel
Full listing titleThrustmaster AVA Base & F/A-18C Hornet Flight Sim Stick Bundle - PC | 1:1 USAF licensed Hornet replica stick, 19 programable buttons, 2-step trigger, 8-way hat, offset adapter

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Thrustmaster AVA Base & F/A-18C Hornet Flight Sim Stick Bundle - PC | 1:1 USAF licensed Hornet replica stick, 19 programable buttons, 2-step trigger, 8-way hat, offset adapter is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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