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HOTAS

Noun

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HOTAS (uncountable)

(aviation) Acronym of hands on throttle-and-stick.. A control methodology where one hand rests on the throttle lever, while the other rests on the control stick; and buttons, dials, and switches are placed on the throttle and stick; so that the pilot's hands need not leave the two, to command an aircraft.

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As part of commitment to high end gaming we are dedicated to supporting the more exotic enthusiast peripherals; HOTAS, flight chair, rudder pedals. Source: Internet

To enhance the pilot's degree of control of the aircraft during high-g combat maneuvers, various switches and function controls were moved to centralised " hands on throttle-and-stick (HOTAS)" controls upon both the controllers and the throttle. Source: Internet

Since introduction on the F-16, HOTAS controls have become a standard feature on modern fighters. Source: Internet

Compatible with HOTAS flight stick controls. Source: Internet

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