F-35 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER THROTTLE GRIP

The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Throttle Grip is machined from a high-strength aluminum alloy casting.  It contains a transducer, optical encoder and several single and multi-function switches. In addition to engine power control, these features allow for display cursor control, menu scroll/select, speed brakes, countermeasures, communications and weapons system functions. Along with the stick grip, Essex conducted a comprehensive qualification program for the F-35, including full environmentals, vibration, shock and EMI testing.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-35 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER SIDESTICK GRIP

The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Sidestick Grip, along with the throttle grip, is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured from precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental and structural conditions per MIL-STD-810. In addition to an adjustable palm rest, the stick grip contains a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for pitch/roll trim, display management, aerial refueling, nosewheel steering, autopilot override, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, gun and air-to-air weapon release.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-22 RAPTOR THROTTLE GRIP

The F-22 Raptor Throttle Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-22 RAPTOR STICK GRIP

The F-22 Raptor Stick Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for flight control, nosewheel steering, aerial refueling, display management and stores management.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-18 STICK GRIP

The F-18 Stick Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display management, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, two-stage trigger for gunfire and air-to-air weapon release, nosewheel steering and aerial refueling.

F-15 STICK GRIP – FRONT SEAT

The F-15 Stick Grip – Front Seat is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display management, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, two-stage trigger for gunfire and air-to-air weapon release, nosewheel steering and aerial refueling

F-15 STICK GRIP – AFT SEAT

The F-15 Stick Grip – Aft Seat is used by the Weapon Systems Officer (WSO) for the control of avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810.

C-17 CONTROL STICK GRIP

The C-17 Control Stick Grip, part of the fly-by-wire system, is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionic and defensive systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, communications, display management and nosewheel steering.  A mirror image of the stick for the copilot is also available.

C-130J CONTROL WHEEL

The C-130J Control Wheel is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight control, avionics and defensive systems. The control wheel contains a force transducer as well as several single and multi-function switches for display cursor control, communications, pitch trim, auto-pilot disconnect, countermeasures, HUD declutter and auxiliary functions.  Our unique design allows removal and replacement of the control wheel in just minutes.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

BRADLEY FIGHTING VEHICLE CONTROL GRIP

The Bradley Fighting Vehicle Control Grips (M2A2 and M2A2-ODS) are manufactured from high-strength aluminum die castings and contain three single-function push button switches for turret control, gun elevation and gunfire, and a two-way toggle switch (ODS) for the laser rangefinder.