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Saitek Pro Flight Yoke with Three-Lever Throttle (PZ44) | 
| Brand: Saitek
Category: CE
List Price: $164.99
Buy New: $117.91
as of 3/18/2010 00:13 MDT details
You Save: $47.08 (29%)
New (33) Used (2) from $95.95
Seller: WonderElectronics
Rating:  118 reviews
Format: CD
Platform: Windows XP
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Windows XP
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 18.8 x 8.5 x 1.6
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: PZ44
Model: PZ44
UPC: 021165106994
EAN: 5051964677598
ASIN: B000TCD1UK
Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days
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| Features:
| • | POV Hat, 14 button controls, and 3-position mode switch | | • | Stainless steel yoke shaft and 2-position clamp | | • | Comes with separate three axis lever throttle | | • | Integrated 3-port USB 2.0 Hub | | • | XP, Vista and Windows 7 compatible |
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Product Description
Precision. Realism. Control. The Saitek Pro Flight Yoke System is highly engineered to meet the exacting needs of the true flight simulation enthusiast. Stainless steel shaft, ergonomic controls, integrated chronograph and separate throttle quadrant ensure a smooth, accurate and totally realistic flying experience.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 118
 stiff controls March 8, 2010
john cox (gibsonville, nc, US)
elevator control is stiff and not very precise, tried to lubricate but no better, I had hoped for a more realistic feel to an actual aircraft
Saitek Pro Flight Yoke - Paul February 23, 2010
Paul Johnson
I have Flight Simulator X, Saitek Pro Flight yoke with the 3 lever throttle unit, and the Saitek Rudder pedals.
This program is just what it is named a Flight Simulator. I thought this program would be more game like. This program is not very friendly. I think this program assumes the people who buy it are familiar with flying planes. I have found that many people that buy this package are pilots when I called tech support. I suggest that you print out and read the instructions and the controls diagram if you are a beginner like me. In order to enjoy this program you need to buy the Flight Yoke and throttle controls using the keyboard is difficult and not much fun. I also bought the rudder pedals, but it is going to take some time for me to get it all working together, I'm a beginner so the yoke and throttle is enough for now.
If you are thinking of some day flying a plane this is the package to get. If you just want jump in and just start flying get something easier. Also USB extensions over 8 feet without an amp should not be used because I had problems with a 10 foot extension cable turning the yoke on and off.
Good luck and happy flying.
 Economic realism for flight sim. February 15, 2010
Donald J. Warden (League City, TX USA)
As an old commercial pilot, SE & ME CFII, and aviation enthusiast (retired) I decided to get back into my love of aviation with FSX and a joystick was not realistic for my general aviation background. The Saitek ProFlight Yoke System is within my budget and still provides a near actual feel and capabilities that I desired. The only problem was mounting the units on my computer desk that has a front sloping edge. A quick trip to Home Depot for some foam weather stripping and commercial grade velcro allowed me to create a padding to compensate for the gap at the slope and also secure the units for good steady use. I strongly suggest the use of the ProFlight Rudder Pedals to complete the setup. They also work well mounted to a plastic chair mat with velcro. Using a Sharpie fine point pen to make an outline around the units makes it simple to re-install and find your velcro after a removal. I had my doubts about the plastic design but that has proven to be no problem. Windows 7 searched for the current Saitek software drivers and made the whole experience enjoyable. Amazon free shipping in 2 business days along with the best price was a plus.
Great product!!! February 15, 2010
J. Foley
By far the best yoke out there. Easy plug-and-play connection. Very realistic yoke tension. Plenty of programmable buttons. The only minor con is the complicated mode switch integration into Microsoft Flight Sim, but that is more of a convenience issue, and is not required for use.
 Does the job. February 4, 2010
Q. M. Eisenbraun (AK, TX, CT)
I suppose it's the best available for the price. Besides the much lauded metal shaft with bearings, I was surprised at how cheaply constructed this product is. It feels very fragile, like you could crack the thin plastic with little force. The throttle quad is also quite insubstantial, giving the impression that they could easily snap off. I guess I'm just used to racing on my G25, a very high quality peripheral.
Also, I was surprised to learn that the yoke only has 45 degrees travel in either direction from center. Almost all aircraft yokes have 90 degrees travel from center. This makes for an undesireable input curve to the sim.
Again, in this price range it's about the only thing available. You'll probably have to spend $700+ for the next best product. But still, on the basis of quality of materials and construction, this one is disappointing.
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