It will take more than flight controllers to up your game in flight simulation video games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024; you’ll need a cockpit. There are some options out there, including a super cool cardboard variety and officially licensed military jet setups. But if you are looking for something that is more body-hugging than an airline cockpit seat, the Thermaltake GF500 Flight Simulator Cockpit may be worthy of your consideration.
Offered in “Snow” (a.k.a. white) and black colorways, the GF500 is a fully customizable cockpit frame made from a combo of steel and aluminum, topped with an aggressive fiberglass racing seat that slides, reclines, and keeps your butt locked in for long-haul virtual flights.
It works with all the big-name gear: Thrustmaster, Logitech, Saitek, Honeycomb, Virtual Fly, Crosswind—you name it. Joystick, yoke, throttle, pedals, even RGB lighting strips (with 20 effects!)—it’s all adjustable, modular, and over-the-top.
Designed for sim pilots up to 6’2” (190 cm) and under 264 lbs (120 kg), this rig is for serious flyers only. The Thermaltake GF500 Flight Simulator Cockpit is listed for around US$869.99.
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