Honeycomb Aeronautical, a leading manufacturer of flight simulator accessories, has unveiled the Echo Aviation Controller, a compact solution for PC pilots facing space constraints. The new controller, resembling a console gamepad in size, incorporates essential features like joysticks and buttons alongside flight-specific controls such as throttle levers and a dedicated trim wheel.
Expected to hit the market in mid-December 2025 at a price of $149.99, the Echo Aviation Controller is fully compatible with popular PC-based flight simulators like Microsoft Flight Simulator. Users can connect the controller to a computer via a USB-C cable or wirelessly using a dongle, as demonstrated by Calum Martin from FSElite during a recent hands-on experience.
The left side of the controller houses a thumbstick, four action buttons, and a conical joystick for camera control. On the right side, users will find four throttle levers alongside a trim wheel for altitude adjustments without constant manual input. Additional functionalities include dedicated controls for adjusting flaps, landing gear, and parking brakes, reducing the need to interact with the keyboard frequently. The controller also features sets of shoulder buttons on the top edge and sliding paddles at the back that serve as rudder controls.
Source: The Verge