This bug popped up with 2.9, not sure if it's the most recent update that did it. I haven't played much since the 2.9 release.
What Happens
First launch from the Forrestal works fine no issues.
If I land on the Forrestal and then try to launch again from the catapult the stick and throttle are locked in place and can not be moved using the joystick or keyboard controls. Trim and rudders still work.
What I have tried.
Supercarrier: Works fine, no problems.
Payload/no payload: no change, still happens.
Refueling/Rearming vs no refueling/rearming : no change, still happens.
Launching from different carrier or airfield and landing: no change, still happens.
Multiplayer/Single Player: no change, still happens
Single/Multithreaded: no change, still happens.
Different catapult: no change, still happens.
Client Info
Version: 2.9.0.47168
Windows Version: W11 Version 22H2 Build 22621.2428
I don't have any mods installed. I tried a repair, and that didn't fix it.
What I can do in the mean time
I can get around this in multiplayer by re-slotting after landing. I just need to remember to do so.
Single player missions will need to be changed to SC module carriers.
Edit:
Further Testing
Uninstalled Super Carrier module. All carriers have same problem.
Request Launch vs Not Requesting Launch from radio menu: no change, still happens.