{"product_id":"flight-simulator-seat-hotas-recline","title":"Flight Simulator Seat – Reclining Pilot Seat with HOTAS Cut-Out \u0026 Bracket Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"toc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn this page:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#who\"\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#features\"\u003eFeatures in detail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#guide\"\u003eChoosing and building a sim rig\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#setup\"\u003eSetup and use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#care\"\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#box\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shipping\"\u003eShipping, returns and warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"overview\"\u003eFlight simulator seat: overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eflight simulator seat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dedicated pilot seat for home cockpits and training setups. Instead of a fixed racing bucket, it uses a comfort-focused structure with high-density foam, a lumbar cushion and a recliner lever, so long-haul flights and long missions stay comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated HOTAS cut-out lets you place a joystick and throttle in an authentic position for military and combat flying, while the recline and optional sliders make it easy to adjust for airliner procedures, general aviation or helicopter flying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes with a seat bracket set for installation on T-slot cockpits, plus bonus armrests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"who\"\u003eWho the flight simulator seat is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilots building a serious home cockpit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAirliner simmers flying long procedures in Microsoft Flight Simulator or X-Plane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary and combat flight simmers using HOTAS in DCS World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelicopter and general aviation pilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining centres and commercial flight simulator setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who flies for hours and wants proper back support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features\"\u003eFeatures in detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated HOTAS cut-out\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cut-out leaves room for a joystick and throttle at your sides, so you can recreate a fighter-style control layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecliner lever\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lever changes the backrest angle quickly, so you can sit upright for airliner flying or reclined for fast jets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-density foam and lumbar cushion\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDense padding and a lumbar cushion support your back and keep you comfortable over long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePU leather and suede finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA premium PU leather and suede cover is durable, breathable and looks at home in a realistic cockpit. Note that this is an upholstered seat, not a fibreglass shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBracket set and armrests included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seat bracket set makes fitting to a T-slot cockpit straightforward, and armrests are included. Seat sliders are available as an option for extra fore-aft adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits the NexusRig Titan, Vanguard, Sprint and Apex cockpits and other T-slot cockpit systems via the included bracket set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more fore-aft adjustment, add one of our seat slider kits from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sim-rig-accessories\"\u003erig accessories\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"guide\"\u003eChoosing and building a sim rig\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRigidity first.\u003c\/strong\u003e A cockpit exists so the force your wheel base produces goes into your hands, not into a flexing frame. Direct drive bases need a stiff front mount; aluminium profile rigs (40 mm and 80 mm extrusion with 8 mm slots) are the stiffest and most adjustable, while steel tube rigs are lighter and quicker to assemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriving position.\u003c\/strong\u003e GT position puts you upright with the pedals low; formula position reclines the seat and raises the pedals. Check whether the cockpit, seat bracket and pedal mount allow the position you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the extras.\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor stands, shifter and handbrake mounts, keyboard trays and PC shelves bolt onto most profile rigs. Planning them up front avoids drilling or re-assembling later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"setup\"\u003eSetup and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the included brackets to the seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the seat on the cockpit's seat mount and bolt the brackets down loosely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSit in and check the distance to your HOTAS, yoke and pedals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the recline angle with the lever and tighten the brackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the armrests if you want them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"care\"\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe PU leather with a damp cloth and mild soap; brush suede areas with a soft brush. Keep the seat out of direct sunlight for long periods to protect the finish. Check bracket bolts occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeat type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReclining flight simulator seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated HOTAS cut-out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density foam, ergonomic lumbar cushion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium PU leather and suede\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackrest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecliner lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArmrests\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrackets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeat bracket set included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSliders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"box\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x flight simulator seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x seat bracket set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmrests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"shipping\"\u003eShipping, returns and warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on orders worldwide. Orders are prepared and dispatched within 1–3 business days and typically arrive within 4–8 business days in total, with tracking sent by email. Large items such as cockpits, seats and monitor stands can ship in several boxes, customs or public holidays can occasionally add a few days, and some items ship directly from our supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReturns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 14 days from delivery to return the product for a refund, for any reason. It must be new, unused and in its original packaging with all accessories and documents. Contact us at metanexusxr@gmail.com with your order number to start the return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducts bought from our store are covered by a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. If anything goes wrong, email us your order number and a short description or photo and we will handle the claim with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this seat for flying or driving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a dedicated flight simulator seat for airliner, military and general aviation cockpits. For racing, look at our bucket seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work with a HOTAS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The integrated cut-out is there to position a joystick and throttle authentically.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the seat recline?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, using the recliner lever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich cockpits does it fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NexusRig Titan, Vanguard, Sprint and Apex, plus other T-slot cockpits, using the included bracket set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a fibreglass seat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an upholstered seat with PU leather and suede, designed for comfort on long flights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free worldwide. Orders are dispatched within 1–3 business days and usually arrive within 4–8 business days in total, with tracking by email.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I return it if it is not right for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, within 14 days of delivery, as long as it is new, unused and in its original packaging. Email metanexusxr@gmail.com with your order number to start a return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it covered by a warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects on products bought from our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sim-racing-seats\"\u003esim racing seats\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flight-simulator-cockpits\"\u003eflight sim cockpits\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sim-racing\"\u003esim racing range\u003c\/a\u003e to build your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"trakracer.eu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61105407426894,"sku":"SA-FS02","price":358.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/0263\/2526\/files\/flight-simulator-seat-hotas-recline-1.webp?v=1791390505","url":"https:\/\/checkout.metanexusxr.com\/products\/flight-simulator-seat-hotas-recline","provider":"Metanexus XR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}