Airbus Sidestick

In this video you might get an insight into the mechanics of an genuine Airbus Sidestick. Although there is no force feedback known from a PC joystick it gives you an idea of the forces that are needed for both deflection axes. The lateral move is far easier to maintain in the full position than the longitudinal which requires lot of strength. If you turn up the volume you may hear the different springs and hydraulic dampers helping the pilot to make smooth movements.