Sidestick in a320 style

grabcad

Joystick handle grip A320 style, work in progress. Update of August 2, 2020: Third version redesigns comfort and reduces weight. Recommend infil print at 30% or 25%. The printed sidestick has undergone over 10 flight hours testing. Update of June 18, 2020 - Control grip now more ergonomic with added inner space. If left-hand grips are made, mirror all parts accordingly. Inserts for the grip require metalworking precision up to 0.05 mm. For 3D printing, modify these inserts to preserve strength characteristics. Recommend infil print at 30% or 25%. The printed sidestick has successfully completed over one flight hour in X-Plane 11.41. Composite spring testing for the communication lever is pending.