Getting into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 opens up a very deep rabbit hole of potential accessories to make your experience better and more realistic. I'm starting to fall down it myself, moving away from using a controller to something with better control over my virtual planes.
There's a lot to choose from, with options for tighter budgets, those looking for more advanced hardware, and everywhere in between. Amazon Prime Day is a great chance to get yourself a flight stick, yoke, or rudder pedals, and I've rounded up the best deals you need to see.
Each of the items below has been hand-tested by Windows Central experts, so you know they're worth your time and money.
Flight stick FAQ
Should I buy a flight stick or a yoke?
This mostly depends on your knowledge of aircraft, as each control type varies in real life. Some small planes use a yoke, while some large airliners, notably the Airbus ones, will use a stick. It depends what you think you'll be more comfortable with, or how close to realism you're trying to get.
Do I need to buy rudder pedals?
Not necessarily. While it does offer a realistic experience and appeals to intermediate players and above, you can usually emulate these controls with flight sticks that allow twisting. Pedals are generally more useful for anyone buying a yoke, but they match up with traditional flight sticks, too. If you're a new player, don't worry about pedals.
Do all flight sticks work on Xbox and PS5?
No. While flight sticks and yokes made for consoles will generally work on PCs that meet MSFS' spec requirements, the same is not true for the opposite. Always check for explicit compatibility confirmation before buying any peripheral if that's your intended platform. Windows PC players don't have to worry as much.
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