THRUSTMASTER AVA Base, Modular Flight Simulation Joystick with Multiple Configurations (compatible with PC only)

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  • Premium modular base for Thrustmaster joystick (sold separately)
  • 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
  • Scalable base with an extensive ecosystem of future accessories (additional grips, extensions, cams, springs, dampers…)
  • Precision and control of the center point movements, the progressiveness and the resistance, via AXY (Accurate X&Y) technology
  • Configurations of the base compatible with all types of aviation (military, civil, space and helicopter)
  • Compatible with PC (Windows 10/11) and Plug & Play in the games DCS, X-Plane 11/12 and MFS 2020: the product is automatically recognized by the game

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Product 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.
Experience total control of the movements at the heart of the action, with precise piloting employing AXY (Accurate X&Y) sensors. Excellent for military, civil, space or helicopter piloting, the AVA base will adapt to your requirements and transport you into a world of simulation that's more realistic than ever before.

From the manufacturer

PILOT AT YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

PILOT AT YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

AVA has been carefully designed to meet your needs and preferences, offering you a multitude of tailor-made configurations for all types of aviation.

TAKING THE WARTHOG TO THE NEXT LEVEL

TAKING THE WARTHOG TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Discover the AVA base — 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.

THE FUTURE OF FLIGHT SIMULATION

THE FUTURE OF FLIGHT SIMULATION

Explore the range of possible configurations of the scalable AVA base, thanks to its vast ecosystem of current and future accessories (additional grips, extensions, cams, springs, dampers, cyclical brake…).

Is this product compatible with game consoles?

No: this product is only compatible with PC.

Can I easily modify the AVA base?

Yes: the base has been designed to be modified quickly and easily.

Which games are compatible with this product?

The list of games is available on our technical support website. The AVA base is compatible with most flight simulation games.

Do I need additional tools to modify my AVA base?

No: you only need the two Allen wrenches included in the box.

Is the AVA base compatible with Thrustmaster flight stick grips?

Yes: the base is compatible with current and future flight stick grips.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
435 global ratings

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Customers like the performance, grip, buttons, and quality of the video game controller. They mention that it works well, has a realistic feel, and is well made. Customers also like the ease of installation, weight, and appearance. However, some disagree on value.

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47 customers mention "Quality"35 positive12 negative

Customers like the quality of the video game controller. They mention that it's well-made, solid, and a great piece of hardware. Some say that the stick itself seems clean and functional.

"...Heavy and well made this stick is insane. All the hats feel great to use and provide a genuine feel. 10/10 product" Read more

"...This product is packaged very well, and the construction is not cheap and flimsy at all. It was plug and play, no problems at all on Windows 11...." Read more

"...The parts of the handle that you interact with is metal and it feels solid...." Read more

"...itself is excellent, but the pins they use to connect it to the base are weak and very easy to bend...." Read more

17 customers mention "Buttons"17 positive0 negative

Customers like the buttons on the video game controller. They say they have a great feel, weight, and authentic feel. Some mention that the buttons have fewer clicks than the A-10 grip, and have better feedback. Overall, most are satisfied with the buttons and grip.

"...Heavy and well made this stick is insane. All the hats feel great to use and provide a genuine feel. 10/10 product" Read more

"...Remarkable detail and feel in the hand. All the realism your gonna need in a replicated stick." Read more

"...Takes some getting used to, but overall, great feel, sturdy build and perfect for home use." Read more

"...Feels sturdy and the buttons are spot on." Read more

13 customers mention "Performance"10 positive3 negative

Customers like the performance of the video game controller. They mention that it works well and has no problems with Windows 11.

"...It was plug and play, no problems at all on Windows 11. It just worked. There is quite a bit of mapping to do if you want to fly using DCS World...." Read more

"...Everything works great, and this is as close as you can get to having it at home...." Read more

"...Worked right out the box plugged right into the Warthog base and was able to go flying with only changing a couple of button binds..." Read more

"The device Does not work with the Thrustmaster Target Software. No Advanced Programming is available." Read more

12 customers mention "Ease of installation"9 positive3 negative

Customers find the installation of the video game controller to be easy. They mention that it's simple, and easy to remove or install when switching between grip types.

"...It was plug and play, no problems at all on Windows 11. It just worked. There is quite a bit of mapping to do if you want to fly using DCS World...." Read more

"...Construction is not cheap and flimsy. Best part is that it was plug and play. Didn't have to remap any settings from the stock grip...." Read more

"...TM was unable to get the throttle programmed to work properly...." Read more

"Very well built as what you expect from thrustmaster. Easy to remove or install when switching between grip types...." Read more

12 customers mention "Grip"9 positive3 negative

Customers like the grip of the video game controller. They mention that it's realistic, solid, and a great F-18 Hornet grip replica. The stick moves smoothly and has the perfect amount of tension. Some say that the head of the grip is significantly larger. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

"The joystick itself is excellent, but the pins they use to connect it to the base are weak and very easy to bend...." Read more

"...The stick grip is so realistic and makes DCS so much better!" Read more

"...The product was faulty and has been since shipped back. The grip is phenomenal." Read more

"...Buttons are heavy and have a satisfying click when used. Stick moves smooth and has the perfect amount of tension...." Read more

9 customers mention "Appearance"9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the video game controller. They mention that it looks and feels awesome, very realistic, and well built. Some appreciate the remarkable detail and feel in the hand. Overall, most are happy with the product's appearance and consider it to be a great replica of the Hornets stick.

"Perfect fit for the warthog thrustmaster stick base. Remarkable detail and feel in the hand. All the realism your gonna need in a replicated stick." Read more

"...This stick is very solid, tight, heavy and realistic...." Read more

"I love this stick, it’s a great replica of the Hornets stick...." Read more

"The grip is awesome and it looks great. Only one problem, button number 9 did not work for me (sensor select down/aft)...." Read more

6 customers mention "Weight"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the stick very solid, tight, and heavy. They also say the pickle button feels significantly heavier, which is a positive.

"If your big into flying hornets then this is a must have. Heavy and well made this stick is insane...." Read more

"...the level of force to activate the main trigger, pickle button feels significantly heavier which I find to be a positive -- they don't feel like..." Read more

"...This stick is very solid, tight, heavy and realistic...." Read more

"Great materials make for an authentic feel. Buttons are heavy and have a satisfying click when used...." Read more

6 customers mention "Value"3 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the video game controller. Some mention the price is worth every penny, while others say it's an easy, if pricey, upgrade that shouldn't be needed.

"...While the grip is expensive, it is worth the price and I'm glad Thrustmaster continues to make products to cater to our niche flight sim market." Read more

"...While price and quality often walk hand in hand I believe the price is a little high for just the grip...." Read more

"..." on this stick, except to lower the price, but for me it's worth every penny." Read more

"...It's an easy, if pricey, upgrade that I feel shouldn't be needed on a stick that costs more than $200." Read more

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Ethan fontaine
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic addition to anyone’s setup
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
If your big into flying hornets then this is a must have. Heavy and well made this stick is insane. All the hats feel great to use and provide a genuine feel. 10/10 product
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Daniel Denney
5.0 out of 5 stars It's the REAL deal
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023
Style: F-16 Viper Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
I have gone through the cheaper (flimsey, loose, plastic) flight sticks/throttle control devices and when I bought the F16-C Viper offered for DCS World, I bit the bullet and purchased this flight stick. This product is packaged very well, and the construction is not cheap and flimsy at all. It was plug and play, no problems at all on Windows 11. It just worked. There is quite a bit of mapping to do if you want to fly using DCS World. There are about 21 or more buttons that need to be mapped to functions for the aircraft you are using.
I would definitely recommend this flight stick.
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George Xu
5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for Hornet, Harrier, or Eagle fans - solid joystick
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2021
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
I am a big fan of flight sims (primarily DCS) and getting a joystick grip that mimics the jets I fly in the simulator adds a tremendous amount of immersion. The grip feels to be the same level or high quality than the Thrustmaster Warthog grip. The head of the grip is significantly larger which can be a pro or con. The hat switches all have a distinctive 'click' when activated so there's no ambiguity around when a button has been depressed. Speaking of buttons, the level of force to activate the main trigger, pickle button feels significantly heavier which I find to be a positive -- they don't feel like toys with very little resistance.

The grip is not 100% metal as with the Warthog grip but it's not a detractor. The parts of the handle that you interact with is metal and it feels solid. One other thing to note is that the Hornet grip has fewer buttons than the Warthog grip, so if you were looking for a single grip to cover all your bases, the Warthog grip may be a better option.

The grip pairs nicely with the Warthog base or with the higher end Virpil base. While the grip is expensive, it is worth the price and I'm glad Thrustmaster continues to make products to cater to our niche flight sim market.
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Patthraporn S.
4.0 out of 5 stars It functions great but the pins on the bottom for connecting to the base are weak.
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
Style: F-16 Viper Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
The joystick itself is excellent, but the pins they use to connect it to the base are weak and very easy to bend. This can make your joystick unusable if you do not know how to repair the pins (which fortunately we could as electronics engineers). If you are wondering how the pins could get bent, the answer is that in a battle, the player could twist the stick which could make the connection loose and possibly bend the pins. It really does not make sense to use this weak array of pins when much better connections would be possible such as USB from the stick to the base. USB would provide a single stronger connection point that is easier to repair or replace if it gets damaged.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome addition
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
As a former F-18 avionics guy for over 20 years, I have nothing bad to say. I wanted something that i was use to experiencing on the real thing. This product is extremely well packaged. Construction is not cheap and flimsy. Best part is that it was plug and play. Didn't have to remap any settings from the stock grip. I waited a couple years to puchase this due to the price. Finally bit the bullet when price dropped substantially during prime days. You get what you pay for.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome addition
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023
As a former F-18 avionics guy for over 20 years, I have nothing bad to say. I wanted something that i was use to experiencing on the real thing. This product is extremely well packaged. Construction is not cheap and flimsy. Best part is that it was plug and play. Didn't have to remap any settings from the stock grip. I waited a couple years to puchase this due to the price. Finally bit the bullet when price dropped substantially during prime days. You get what you pay for.
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Juan Zapata
5.0 out of 5 stars Increased realism
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
Style: F-16 Viper Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
I bought the grip specially for DCS F-16 viper module, it help a lot to increase the gameplay experience
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Juan Zapata
5.0 out of 5 stars Increased realism
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
I bought the grip specially for DCS F-16 viper module, it help a lot to increase the gameplay experience
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Karl E Galguften
1.0 out of 5 stars Bad for flight
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
Style: AVA BaseVerified Purchase
This base uses springs. The springs have no counter spring/weight so the stick bounces around center. The spring tension can be adjusted, but even when slacked the most it gives the wrong feel for flying. The more you pull the heavier the load/back pressure. That might be the case for some old fixed wing aircraft without flight control augmentation like hydraulics. On modern aircraft or helicopters this is wrong. I’m shipping this back and returning to my 14 year old Thrustmaster warthog base.
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Richard Robertson
5.0 out of 5 stars Hornet stick
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2023
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
Perfect fit for the warthog thrustmaster stick base. Remarkable detail and feel in the hand. All the realism your gonna need in a replicated stick.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Produit de haute qualité
Reviewed in Canada on February 9, 2024
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
J'utilise ce produit pour mon Thrustmaster Hotas.
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Tim
5.0 out of 5 stars good product
Reviewed in Canada on December 6, 2023
Style: F-16 Viper Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
f 16 grip worth the money metal construction. good quality.
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DUCKs
5.0 out of 5 stars 凄くリアル
Reviewed in Japan on June 16, 2020
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
注文後すぐに届きました。迅速なご対応をいただきありがとうございました。
同時に購入した取付け相手がまだ到着していませんが、実際にこの商品を見て、クオリティの高さから今から取付けるのが本当に楽しみです。
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Shadi S.
5.0 out of 5 stars The important upgrade
Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2021
Style: F/A 18 Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
After destroying 2 lower-end models of Thrustmaster joysticks by being too aggressive during my WW2 simulation VR multiplayer DOG fights, i've realized what the hell did i spend my money on previous stuff when the answer was this(these) hostas.

Do not waste your money on cheap products but rather get the top of the line products, because there is a very V E R Y big difference in what you pay is what you get. If money is an issue, ok, but make it a goal to save up. I feel that I have bought a product designed for precision and reliability at a high cost. Exactly what you should expect after spending the money on the stand-alone magnetic base and a SOLID joystick. Save up then spend your money on this, I and others are trying to ensure you that you won't regret it.
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Takhell
5.0 out of 5 stars Rock solid piece of kit - awesome!!
Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2020
Style: F-16 Viper Grip Add OnVerified Purchase
This thing is a beast. You are definitely getting what you paid for. It's quality built and the grip is steel - I was expecting a heavy duty plastic. It's heavy too - if you don't use it for flight sims, you could always defend your home with it as a club. The buttons are well placed and function smoothly. Stick movement is fluid and worked great for me with DCS, IL2 and Elite Dangerous. I only have two issues - 1st, (which is all on me) is that my last stick had a twist function; this one does not- just a heads up. 2nd - (this is all on my wife) - 1st stage trigger pull has a high pitch click which at times drives my wife nuts. I picked this up with the TMWH magnetic base and I couldn't be happier. If you have a the means, I highly recommend it.
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