Published on April 29th, 2024 | by Adrian Gunning
PILOT AT YOUR FULL POTENTIAL WITH THE THRUSTMASTER AVA (Advanced Versatile Aviation) BASE
Unleash your flying potential without any limits, thanks to AVA (Advanced Versatile Aviation) — the modular, scalable base for Thrustmaster joysticks. AVA has been carefully designed to meet your needs and preferences, offering you a multitude of tailor-made configurations for all types of aviation. Thrustmaster has announced all four AVA products; AVA base, AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet Flightstick version, AVA Plate and AVA Offset Adapter are available for preorder at selected Australian retailers and will launch on 28th June, 2024.
TAKING THE WARTHOG TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Discover the AVA base (RRP AUD $549.95) — a revolutionary leap forward for owners of the iconic HOTAS Warthog. Take a step up from the fixed configuration of the HOTAS magnetic base to an infinity of settings for the joystick’s axes with the new modular AVA base.
A WORLD OF FLIGHT CONFIGURATIONS
Create your ideal configuration from a multitude of adjustment possibilities offered by the various interchangeable elements of the AVA base: the axis curve, via cams; the resistance, via springs; the travel, via different deflection mask sizes; and the damping, via a damper.
THE ART OF ADJUSTMENT – MADE SIMPLE
The AVA base‘s design has been created to make it quicker and easier to modify the settings of the internal elements.
Make the final adjustments without disassembling the base, thanks to “on-the-fly” accessibility allowing you to adjust the stick’s resistance.
VERSATILITY IN THE SKIES
The AVA base‘s versatility makes it compatible with all types of aviation, offering a limitless variety of configurations to suit all profiles.
Whether you’re a fighter aircraft pilot, an airliner captain, an intergalactic fleet admiral or a helicopter pilot, AVA will meet all of your needs.
SUPERIOR PILOTING PERFORMANCE
Enjoy optimal precision thanks to the combination of two cutting-edge technologies. First off, by way of integration of two AXY sensors, allowing for precise and independent adjustment of the centre point, progressiveness and resistance. Secondly, via H.E.A.R.T magnetic technology, for maximum precision.
AVA F/A-18 SUPER HORNET
The AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet Flightstick version (RRP AUD $949.95) includes AVA base, a metal plate for desktop use, an offset adapter to adjust the flight stick to 15 or 30 degrees, and a 1:1-scale replica of the F/A-18C Hornet™ flight stick featuring a panel of 19 action buttons and developed under official Boeing license.
ENHANCED REALISM
Optimize the realism and comfort of your piloting sessions with a configuration of the joystick in the central position. With the AVA Offset Adapter (RRP AUD $69.95), you can adjust the orientation of the joystick on the AVA base to 15° or 30°, providing more realistic immersion and comfort.
STABILITY THAT WON’T LET YOU DOWN
Ensure total stability during your flight sessions with the Thrustmaster base support plate, AVA Plate (RRP AUD $89.95). Its simple, sturdy mounting provides outstanding support and stability for your Thrustmaster joystick bases, whether on a desk or a table.
Stay tuned for more info about Thrustmaster products!