Logitech G X52 H.O.T.A.S Throttle and Stick Simulation Controller

The Logitech 945-000025 is a throttle and stick simulation controller created for pilots who want their virtual cockpit to feel as familiar as the real thing. It pairs a full-size joystick with a separate throttle so you can manage roll, pitch, yaw, and engine power without hunting for keyboard shortcuts or on-screen menus.

The progressive throttle lets you set resistance to match the aircraft you fly. Ease it forward for a helicopter’s delicate collective input, or push it firmly when you need the instant response of a fighter jet afterburner. A built-in detent makes it simple to feel when you have reached idle or maximum thrust, and a 3D twist rudder—complete with a lock for pilots who prefer pedals—adds subtle control for coordinated turns and taxiing.

On the stick, a spring-centering mechanism returns the handle smoothly to neutral, while non-contact sensors on the X and Y axes preserve accuracy over long sessions. Five palm-rest positions allow the grip to adapt to different hand sizes, so whether you are practicing a short-field landing or threading an orbital approach, fatigue is kept at bay.

An illuminated button layout and a multifunction LCD keep critical information in view. You can confirm active modes, read programmed commands, and see timing data at a glance, all without looking away from the runway or the stars. Nineteen programmable buttons, three mode layers, and a pinkie switch combine with Logitech’s software to store custom profiles for each aircraft in your hangar, from wide-body airliners to deep-space explorers.

With its USB connection, the X52 integrates smoothly into popular flight simulation titles on PC. Set it on a desk in a dorm room, mount it to a dedicated sim rig, or bring it to a friend’s LAN party; the controller is ready wherever your next flight departs.

Highlights:

• Multifunction LCD that shows button assignments and essential flight data
• Illuminated buttons on both stick and throttle for easy identification in low-light conditions
• Adjustable progressive throttle with user-defined resistance
• 3D twist rudder control with a lock to switch to traditional pedal input
• Spring-centering joystick that returns smoothly to neutral
• Five-position contoured grip adjustment for different hand sizes
• Non-contact technology on X and Y axes for long-term precision
• Nineteen programmable buttons and three selectable modes
• Pinkie switch that expands control options without adding clutter
• Compatible with leading PC flight simulation software
• USB interface with a 4.6-foot cable for flexible setup