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Problem was with the connections on the cable that runs through the 40cm extension stick I'm using. still a bit dodgy but working for now. So providing the base is connected to the USB port then it shows up in Windows Device Manager even if there is no connection to the stick itself. So it seems that the HOTAS will only appear under Game Controllers in Windows if the connection between the base and the stick itself is good.

Hi @Lange_666 yes I see my other controllers, a throttle and rudder pedals. thanks @Hempstead for sharing your experience. I guess I'll try removing/uninstalling other controllers or usb devices and see if that helps

I'm currently running Windows 10 and have a Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS stick. I can see this listed in Device Manager under Human Interface Devices however I do not see it when I run the Windows USB Game Controller app. and also not see in DCS. This has worked for me in the past so not sure what has changed. Has anyone else experienced this?

thanks @jpuk and @Sr. really appreciate your responses. cheers. BTW @Sr. what's your collective?

Hi there Pretty new to DCS and have been using the MSFFB joystick for both collective and cyclic on UH-1H. Looking to amp up the realism a bit and now have purchased a Thrustmaster Warthog stick for cyclic. Been reading about mods to soften the spring but I'm also looking to add a stick extension. I'd been keen to hear from anyone with recommendations on the optimal stick extension length and whether I would still need to do the spring mod if I'm adding an extension. Also looking at economical options for a collective. Appreciate your thoughts.