What type of joystick base (if any) we're using for flying the Apache?

[Amarok_73]

I'd like to ask how many of us are flying Apache with what type of joystick base.

[scommander2]

Mime is Thrustmaster  

[MAXsenna]

Microsoft SW FFB2. Haven't decided which FFB upgrade I'll get. Might get the Moza as a stopgap, before I choose between FFBeast or VPForce.

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[Raven (Elysian Angel)]

20 minutes ago, MAXsenna said:

Haven't decided which FFB upgrade I'll get

IMO the primary consideration should be the maturity and configurability of the software, not necessarily the base itself. Choose wisely, my friend 

On topic: I'm using a VPForce Rhino.

[corbu1]

FFB VPforce Rhino

[Floyd1212]

I like how the early results of the poll show 50% of users (4 out of 8 votes) are running a FFB setup.

Sounds like a bunch of FFB elitists rushing in to make sure everyone knows how awesome their setup is.  And yes, I am also running a VPForce.

[NeedzWD40]

Virpil WarBRD with Constellation Alpha grip, spring centered. Central trim mode.

[[DE] T-Bone]

FFB VPforce Rhino

[Leg2ion]

TM Ava. 

Edit: Massive improvement over the original Warthog stick base I hasten to add.

Edited April 19 by Leg2ion

[Grennymaster]

vor 22 Stunden schrieb Amarok_73:

I'd like to ask how many of us are flying Apache with what type of joystick base.

i using the Moza AB 9 with an Virpil extention and a Mongoose. very nice to fly with that combo. Bevore i used an CM 2, wich also worked very well.

[SwitchIntoGLIDE]

Moza AB9 and MH16

[HPLsCat]

FFB is a game changer for rotary, so wouldn't be surprised if this poll is skewed compared to one on a fixed-wing sub.

[Cyborg71]

I've 2 solutions.

1.Virpil warbird D with a short extension and F18 stick. Springs and a little cam resistance. 

2. Komodo Apache with dampers. (Just had to have the irl cyclic). Nicely sensitive, light holds dead stick positions nicely. Purchased it before the Apache released.

[Amarok_73]

3 hours ago, HPLsCat said:

FFB is a game changer for rotary, so wouldn't be surprised if this poll is skewed compared to one on a fixed-wing sub.

I am not sure what You mean by "skewed", could You elaborate please?

[Abarth595]

Ab 9 with mh16 stick 

[azayomi]

WINWING Orion2 Joystick Base
ViperAce Metal Joystick Grip(None Shaker Kit)

[LorenLuke]

On 4/18/2025 at 1:44 PM, NeedzWD40 said:

Virpil WarBRD with Constellation Alpha grip, spring centered.

This, though I use instant trim.

[HPLsCat]

17 hours ago, Amarok_73 said:

I am not sure what You mean by "skewed", could You elaborate please?

It's possible that DCS helo pilots use force feedback at a higher percentage of the user base than fixed wing does, which may give some non-representative numbers.

 

Doesn't necessarily matter, but may give the impression that there are a lot more FFB users in DCS than there really are. For instance, there are not a lot of Rhino's in existence, but you have numerous users of them in this thread.

[Bigity]

On 4/18/2025 at 8:08 AM, Amarok_73 said:

I'd like to ask how many of us are flying Apache with what type of joystick base.

VKB STECS Max (I pull throttle to me for collective - meaning reversed from fixed wing setup) and VKB NXT EVO Space Combat grip premium (with springs left in).  Along with VKB rudder pedals (also with springs left in).  Center trim option.

Edited April 20 by Bigity

[Amarok_73]

18 hours ago, HPLsCat said:

It's possible that DCS helo pilots use force feedback at a higher percentage of the user base than fixed wing does, which may give some non-representative numbers.

If You did not noticed, this poll is not addressed to all, but strictly to the Apache pilots.
I hope, that others respondents have noticed it and those not flying Apache did not took part in it.

Edited April 21 by Amarok_73