Description
Wingflex A320 FCU Cube brings Airbus autopilot management into a compact desktop format with full autopilot control functionality and a durable all-aluminum construction. Every heading adjustment, altitude selection and autopilot engagement is handled through tactile knobs and switches that encourage proper cockpit workflows instead of constant mouse clicks. The synchronized dimmer, adjustable backlighting and plug-and-play USB connection make it equally suited to quick evening flights or long IFR sessions, all without demanding the space of a full-size glareshield.
What Sets the Wingflex A320 FCU Cube apart?
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Compact Airbus Autopilot Without Sacrificing Core Controls At 80% scale, the FCU Cube preserves the control layout Airbus pilots expect while significantly reducing the space required on a desktop. Independent reviews consistently note that this balance makes it much easier to fit beneath standard monitors than full-size panels, yet the spacing remains comfortable enough for deliberate heading, speed and altitude adjustments during demanding approaches.
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Switches That Reward Every Input The AP1, AP2 and A/THR buttons use dedicated axial switches with a 2.5 mm travel, while the remaining controls employ Alps switches with a 2.0 mm stroke. Pilots frequently comment that well-designed tactile controls encourage proper use of the autopilot throughout a flight instead of relying on keyboard shortcuts once the novelty wears off.
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Solid Metal Construction Built for Frequent Flying The aluminum housing and matching aluminum control knobs give the FCU Cube a reassuring weight that keeps it planted during repeated adjustments. Reviewers often highlight the rigid construction because it avoids the flex sometimes found in lighter desktop panels, making heading changes and rotary inputs feel consistent throughout longer flying sessions.
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Designed to Grow Into a Complete Airbus Cockpit The FCU Cube works well as a standalone autopilot controller, but it is equally at home alongside the Wingflex EFIS Cube and RMP Combo Cube. Shared brightness synchronization creates a unified appearance across the glareshield, allowing cockpit builders to expand their setup gradually instead of replacing hardware every time a new module is added.
Pros and Cons
| Pros |
Cons |
| Aluminum housing provides excellent structural rigidity. |
Reduced scale differs from full-size Airbus dimensions. |
| Autopilot switches deliver satisfying tactile feedback. |
Designed specifically for Airbus aircraft families. |
| Plug-and-play USB installation minimizes setup time. |
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| Synchronized lighting complements other Cube modules. |
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| Broad Airbus simulator compatibility across major platforms. |
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Specifications
| Specification |
Value |
| Product |
Wingflex A320 FCU Cube |
| Scale |
80% scale |
| Primary Function |
Airbus Flight Control Unit (FCU) |
| Construction |
Aviation-grade aluminum body and knobs |
| Connection |
USB |
| Installation |
Plug-and-play |
| Autopilot Switches |
AP1, AP2 and A/THR axial switches |
| Autopilot Switch Travel |
2.5 mm |
| Other Button Switches |
Japan Alps switches with 2.0 mm travel |
| Lighting |
Adjustable backlighting with synchronized dimmer knob |
| Primary Use |
Airbus flight simulation autopilot control |
Wingflex A320 FCU Cube Compatibility
| Simulator |
Compatible Aircraft |
| X-Plane |
ToLiss A319, A320, A330, A340; Laminar A330 |
| Microsoft Flight Simulator |
Fenix A3xx, FlyByWire A320 & A380, iniBuilds A320, A321, A330, A340, A350, Aerosoft A340, Headwind A330 |
| Prepar3D |
FSLabs A32x |
The FCU Cube connects through USB and operates as either a standalone Airbus autopilot controller or as part of the broader Wingflex Cube ecosystem. It supports brightness synchronization with the Wingflex EFIS Cube and RMP Combo Cube, creating a consistent glareshield appearance. Its compact dimensions also make it easy to integrate into desktop cockpits or modular simulator builds without requiring a full-width Airbus panel.
The published compatibility list covers a broad range of Airbus simulations across the leading platforms. It supports Fenix A3xx, ToLiss Airbus aircraft, FlyByWire A320 and A380, multiple iniBuilds Airbus models, Laminar A330, Aerosoft A340, Headwind A330 and FSLabs A32x. Unlike the RMP Combo Cube, the FCU Cube also supports the FlyByWire A380 and iniBuilds A350, making it one of the most widely compatible Airbus autopilot panels in the Wingflex lineup.
The FCU Cube is designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane and Prepar3D on Windows PCs. It communicates through USB and works with supported Airbus aircraft using Wingflex software integration. It is not compatible with Xbox or PlayStation consoles, as dedicated USB cockpit peripherals of this type require PC-based simulator support.
