Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick and Quadrant Airbus Edition
- TCA Sidestick: 1:1 replica of the Airbus A320 sidestick, 17 buttons
- TCA Quadrant: 16 buttons and controls, 2 axes
- Thrust reverser mechanism and detents
- Rudder control by twisting the sidestick
- Contactless magnetic sensors
- 4 swappable joystick heads
- USB, Windows PC
- Rudder pedals and Flying Clamp sold separately
Updated 21 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An officially licensed Airbus sidestick and throttle quadrant pair for realistic airliner flying on PC. It is built for civil aviation sims, not combat flight games, and works on Windows only.
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ASIN: B0BSD1TNFDCategory: Flight Simulator Controllers
Overview
Not a general gaming joystick, this Thrustmaster set recreates the Airbus sidestick and throttle quadrant at full scale for airliner simulation on PC. Magnetic sensors read every axis without wear, and the quadrant has detents and a thrust reverser like the real controls.
Licensed Airbus layouts and realistic detents make procedures feel right in airliner sims. It is PC-only, and pedals and clamps are extra.
Who it's for
Simmers flying Airbus routes will appreciate the authentic layout and detents. Players wanting a fighter-style HOTAS should choose a different set.
Pros and cons
- Officially licensed Airbus replica
- Magnetic sensors resist wear
- Thrust reverser and detents
- Twist rudder control
- Windows PC only
- Pedals and clamp sold separately
- Built for airliners, not fighters
- Button count listed differently
Performance notes
Precision comes from contactless magnetic sensors, which do not wear like potentiometers, so axes stay accurate over time. Detents on the quadrant match Airbus thrust positions, making takeoff and climb settings repeatable. Twist rudder on the stick covers yaw until you add pedals.
Specifications
| Brand | Thrustmaster |
|---|---|
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Blue |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | PC, Windows |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible accessories | Thrustmaster rudder pedals, TM Flying Clamp (sold separately) |
| Other details | |
| Additional Features | 1:1 Airbus sidestick replica, 4 swappable joystick heads, twist rudder, thrust reverser, detents |
| Button Quantity | Sidestick 17; Quadrant 16 buttons and controls |
| Controller type | Joystick, throttle quadrant |
| Sensor | Contactless magnetic |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the Thrustmaster TCA Airbus Edition bundle?
The TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition and the TCA Quadrant Airbus Edition. Rudder pedals and the TM Flying Clamp are sold separately.
Does the TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition work on Xbox or PlayStation?
No. The listing names Windows PC compatibility.
How many buttons does the TCA Sidestick have?
The bullets list 17 buttons, and the description mentions 12 remappable action buttons.
Can I control rudder without pedals?
Yes. Rotating the sidestick handle controls the rudder.