Joysticks and flight controls for flight simulators with sticks

Sticks

— analog mini-controllers on the device body that respond to tilting in different directions. In flight simulators, they are used for additional actions: controlling the view, camera, cursor, radars, or individual aircraft systems.

Unlike a D-pad, a stick conveys not just the direction of the press, but the degree of deflection, resulting in smoother movement. For example, a mini-stick on the throttle block is conveniently assigned for free view inside the cockpit or aiming control.