This article is about the 3rd-generation Airbus-themed joystick released in 2020. For the 2nd-generation orange-and-black joystick released in 2016, see Thrustmaster T.16000m FCS. For the 1st-generation black-and-green joystick released in 2009, see Thrustmaster T.16000m.
The Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition is a joystick manufactured by Thrustmaster.
Specifications
Operating system compatibility
| OS | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Win 10 |  |
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| Win 8 | |
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| Win 7 | |
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| Win Vista |  |
Driver Package 2020_TFHT_1 release notes do not indicate support, but the manual does. |
| Win XP | |
Driver Package 2020_TFHT_1 release notes do not indicate support, but the manual does. |
| Mac OS |  |
Device is plug-and-play. Optional T.A.R.G.E.T software not available. |
| Linux | |
Device is plug-and-play. Optional T.A.R.G.E.T software not available. |
Simulator compatibility
| Sim | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) | |
Default mapping automatically applied |
| X-Plane 11 | |
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| Digital Combat Simulator World | |
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| Prepar3D | |
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| Flight Sim World | |
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| X-Plane 10 | |
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| Microsoft Flight Simulator X | |
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| Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 | |
Connectivity
- Wired: Yes
- Cord: USB v2.0, hardwired to USB A, 1.9 m (6.2 ft)
Chassis
- Overall: 10.39 in L × 9.01 in W × 10.7 in H (26.4 cm L × 22.9 cm W × 27 cm H)
- Weight: 3 lb (1,400 g)
- Chassis material: Thermoplastic
- Base material: Thermoplastic
- Feet: 8 — Rubber
- Clamps: None
- Holes: 2 — layout PDF
- Compatible premade mounts:
- Thrustmaster TM Flying Clamp
- Monstertech Joystick Table Mount
- MonsterTech Joystick / HOTAS Table Mount (long version)
- MonsterTech Joystick / HOTAS Chair Mount
- MonsterTech Center Joystick Chair Mount
- MonsterTech Flight Stand
- J-PEIN Desk Mount
- T16000M FCS HOTAS Table Mount (DIY — Thingiverse)
Stick and Yolk
- Axes: 3 — X (aileron), Y (elevator), Z (rudder)
- Sensor type: Hall effect (X-/Y-axis), potentiometer (Z-axis)
- Stick twist: Yes (lockable)
- Stick material: Plastic
- Grip material: None
To convert the grip to right-handed (First Officer) configuration:
- Remove the two Phillips head screws in the side of the left button
- Remove both the left and right thumb buttons and replace with the included opposite-handed versions
- Replace and gently tighten the screws
To lock out the stick twist mechanism:
- Press down the button at the front of the palm rest
To unlock the stick twist mechanism:
- Press up on the button at the front of the palm rest from the underside
To mirror the button mapping of the 12 buttons on the base:
- Slide the dip switch located on the underside of the base
Levers, verniers, and sliders
- Levers: 0
- Verniers: 0
- Sliders: 1
- Thrust reversers: No
- Sensor type: Potentiometer
Inputs
- Buttons: 15
- Hats: 1 (8-way)
- Triggers: 2
Button #17 is virtual and signaled constantly while the slider is in the bottom 5-10% of its travel
Support
- Product page: www
.thrustmaster .com /en _US /products /tca-sidestick-airbus-edition - Support page: support
.thrustmaster .com /en /product /tca-sidestick-airbus-edition-en / - Manual: ts
.thrustmaster .com /download /accessories /manuals /TCA _Sidestick /TCA _Sidestick _AE _User _Manual .pdf - Mappings: FS2020
- Phone: US: +1 866-889-5036 (see support site for other countries)
- Facebook: ThrustmasterOfficial
- Twitter: @TMThrustmaster
Reviews[]
Written[]
- Articles:
Videos[]
Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack Review (Airbus Edition)
Real Airbus Pilot First Impressions of Thrustmaster Airbus Sidestick and Throttle!
An Airbus Captain NO BS Review - Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack - Impressions
Thrustmaster Airbus Sidestick REVIEW Is It ANY GOOD? - What's Wrong With the Thrustmaster Sidestick?
Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack Airbus Edition UNBOXING & FIRST Thoughts with Sim UK
Thrustmaster T16000m VS TCA Sidestick - What's The Difference?
Long-term Review- Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack Airbus Edition
Thrustmaster TCA Airbus Side Stick Review- Comparison to T16000M Side Stick
Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition Unboxing & Review inside X-plane 11
Third Party Mods[]
- Z-axis hall effect sensor upgrade: TheKlaxon via Youtube
Bundles[]
- Included in:
- Thrustmaster TCA Officer Pack: 1× this joystick, 1× Thrustmaster TCA Quadrant Airbus Edition
Axis, switch, and button details[]
| Axis | Type | Values |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stick left/right | 0 (-) to 16383 (+) |
| 2 | Stick forward/aft | 0 (-) to 16383 (+) |
| 3 | Stick rotation | 0 (L) to 255 (R) |
| 4 | Slider forward/aft | 0 (+) to 255 (-) |
| Hatswitch | Direction | Button |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Up | 1 |
| Up/left | 2 | |
| Left | 3 | |
| Down/left | 4 | |
| Down | 5 | |
| Down/right | 6 | |
| Right | 7 | |
| Right/up | 8 |
| Button | Type | Values |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trigger (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 2 | Trigger (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 3 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 4 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 5 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 6 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 7 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 8 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 9 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 10 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 11 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 12 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 13 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 14 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 15 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 16 | Button (momentary) | 0 or 1 |
| 17 | Button (virtual) | 0 or 1 |
Default Assignments[]
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020)[]
| Axis | In-sim description | Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joystick L-Axis X | Ailerons Axis |
| 2 | Joystick L-Axis Y | Elevator Axis |
| 3 | Joystick R-Axis Z | Rudder Axis |
| 4 | Joystick Slider X | Throttle |
| Hat | Dir | In-sim description | Assignment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🠩 | Joystick Pov Up |
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| ⬉ | Joystick Pov Up_Left | not assigned | |
| 🠨 | Joystick Pov Left |
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| ⬋ | Joystick Pov Down_Left | not assigned | |
| 🠫 | Joystick Pov Down |
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| ⬊ | Joystick Pov Down_Right | not assigned | |
| 🠪 | Joystick Pov Right |
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| ⬈ | Joystick Pov Up_Right | not assigned |
| Button | In-sim description | Assignment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joystick Button 1 | Toggle Smart Camera |
| 2 | Joystick Button 2 | Reset Cockpit View |
| 3 | Joystick Button 3 | Cockpit/External View Mode |
| 4 | Joystick Button 4 | Toggle Autopilot Master |
| 5 | Joystick Button 5 | Decrease Flaps |
| 6 | Joystick Button 6 | Elevator Trim Down (Nose Down) |
| 7 | Joystick Button 7 | Brakes |
| 8 | Joystick Button 8 | Toggle Landing Gear |
| 9 | Joystick Button 9 | Elevator Trim Up (Nose Up) |
| 10 | Joystick Button 10 | Increase Flaps |
| 11 | Joystick Button 11 | not assigned |
| 12 | Joystick Button 12 | not assigned |
| 13 | Joystick Button 13 | Toggle Spoilers |
| 14 | Joystick Button 14 | Toggle Parking Brakes |
| 15 | Joystick Button 15 | not assigned |
| 16 | Joystick Button 16 | not assigned |
| 17 | Joystick Button 17 | Hold Throttle Reverse Thrust |