i just got my new saitex x45 stick and throttle an i'm so amazed. Now that my old logitech attack 2 is relegated to my attic i actually feel for the first time in flight sim the feeling that i'm actualy at the controls of a plane.Would highly recomend this stick to anyone on a budget as you can pick them up pretty cheap some places. I cant even imagine how good it is for all you lucky people who have a CH yoke, Throttle and rudder pedal setup!http://forums.avsim.net/user_files/60181.jpg

I've been happy with my X45 for more than 1.5 years now. I'm not even sure I would trade it for a CH yoke and pedals ;)VOlker :]

I've had mine for a few years now, and really like it. I clipped a bit off the bottom spring to make it a bit lighter on pull; and use the upper left hat switch for trim, while others might prefer the rotory dials. Bottom hat switch is for view changing. Using the Saitek X-45 along with my old analog Thrustmaster Elite rudder pedals, which just seem to feel about right.L.Adamson

the only thing i'm a bit disapointed with is the throttle moving around but i'll easily build a board for it to go on.Do either of you know how to get the red button under the saftey latch to work as an autopilot disconnect switch, i tried assining it but it had no effect.Also the brakes dont stay applied when i hold the button down?thanks.

I use the "red button" for AP disconnect as well, but have not experienced any problems assigning it. The same goes for the brakes. Sorry ;)VOlker :]

ive used the x45 for some time, too, but as a helicopter cyclic and collective.I built an L-shaped board that goes under my seat cushion, giving me a small shelf on the left for the throttle and one in front of my seat for the stick.That way, the cyclic and collective are in their proper positions.works great..Johnnewburgh

I love my X45, just got it 2 weeks ago. I can't believe how I even managed with that old Logitech Wingman stick for all those years after using the X45 :). I have almost been flying Bill Lyons' Ryan STA exclusively after getting the X45, I actually feel like I am piloting it for real :). Well, just about any of his aircraft have the same feeling.Only thing I really don't like about the X45 is that the buttons are lighted. Its a cool feature, but it needs an off switch :-lol. Its just too hard to unplug the joystick when i'm not using it since I have no front USB ports.