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Throttle

Throttle quadrants control engine power, flaps, spoilers, and trim in flight simulation. From single-lever units for general aviation to multi-engine quadrants with detents and reverse thrust, the right throttle depends on which aircraft you fly most. Metal construction and hall effect sensors indicate higher build quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What features matter in a flight throttle quadrant?

Key features include the number of throttle levers (single for fighters, dual for airliners, quad for heavy aircraft), detent positions for idle and reverse thrust, flap and spoiler levers, and build quality of the slider mechanisms. Metal construction and Hall Effect sensors provide better durability and precision than plastic alternatives.

What are detents on a flight throttle?

Detents are physical notch points in a throttle travel range that provide tactile feedback at key positions — typically idle, climb, flex/MCT, and TOGA (takeoff/go-around). They help pilots set precise power levels by feel without looking at the throttle, particularly important in airliner simulation.

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Super Taurus F/A-18 Hornet Throttle Combo

Gemini Throttle/Collective Base

Orion2 F-15E/EX Strike Eagle/Eagle II Throttle Combo

Orion2 F-16EX Viper Throttle Combo

GNX Triple THQ + FSM-GA Combo

BRAVO THROTTLE QUADRANT & Throttle Pack for Airbus™ A319 – A380

STECS Throttle System – Standard

STECS Space Throttle System – Mini Left-Hand

BRAVO THROTTLE QUADRANT

F/A-18 Hornet Metal Throttle Grip

F-16EX Viper Metal Throttle Grip

Desktop Pilot Carb Heat Vernier Throttle Quadrant Upgraded V2

GNX Dual THQ + SEM-V Combo

VMAX Prime Throttle

GNX THQ (Throttle Quadrant)

GNX Dual THQ + FSM-GA Combo

VPC MongoosT-50CM3 Throttle

Orion2 Throttle Base

GNX Dual THQ + SEM + FSM-GA Combo

VPC CDT-VMAX Throttle

Desktop Pilot TPM Vernier Throttle Box Upgraded V2

Super Taurus F/A-18 Hornet Throttle Combo(With Mount/Without PSU)

STECS Modern Throttle Grip Mk.II Premium

GNX Dual THQ + THQ-V + SEM-V Combo

TWCS THROTTLE

STECS Space Throttle System – Standard Right-Hand

Viper TQS Mission Pack

Orion2 Throttle Base 10th Anniversary Limited Version

FLIGHT SIM THROTTLE QUADRANT – TQ neo

STECS Modern Throttle Grip Mk.II Standard

Frequently Asked Questions