Microsoft Flight Simulator fans are getting all-new flight stick and yoke options from Thrustmaster, made for beginners and pros
Thrustmaster has announced new flight control peripherals for Microsoft Flight Simulator at FlightSimExpo 2026 in Minnesota. The centerpiece of this announcement is the general aviation TCA Sky Yoke, engineered to serve both beginner and professional flight simulation enthusiasts.
The TCA Sky Yoke represents a notable expansion in flight sim hardware availability, as it will support PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. This multi-platform compatibility enables console players to experience Microsoft Flight Simulator with dedicated flight control hardware on their preferred systems—a significant development for sim enthusiasts outside the traditional PC market.
The announcements were made at FlightSimExpo 2026, held at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in Minnesota, where convention attendees could experience Thrustmaster’s products firsthand. The company, known for manufacturing quality simulation and gaming peripherals, continues to expand its offerings for the flight simulation community.
Thrustmaster’s new flight sticks and yokes address growing demand from the Flight Simulator player base for quality input devices across different experience levels. The lineup aims to support both newcomers entering the flight simulation hobby and experienced virtual pilots seeking professional-grade controls. The expanded hardware options underscore the sustained popularity of Microsoft Flight Simulator and the peripheral market around it.