Airbus A320 MIP Cockpit – Fully Assembled Desktop Flight Simulator Rig | Standard Captain V1
Airbus A320 MIP Cockpit – Fully Assembled Desktop Flight Simulator Rig | Standard Captain V1
✈️ Airbus A320 Desktop Cockpit - Standard Captain V1
Skip The Build. Start Flying.
Ever wanted your own Airbus A320 cockpit, but without the cost, space, or complexity?
This compact, fully assembled desktop cockpit brings the experience of a real flight deck straight to your desk. No 3D printing. No wiring. No guesswork. Just plug in and fly.
Whether you’re short on space, short on time, or not sure where to start, this is designed for you.
Why This Is Perfect For You
- Dreaming of a realistic A320 cockpit setup
- Limited desk space or need something easy to store
- Need a home for your WinCTRL/WinWing Hardware?
- No experience with building or 3D printing
- Busy schedule and no time for complex DIY builds
👉 If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
Key Features
- Handcrafted in the UK
- Fully Assembled – no building required, just add your own hardware
- Plug & Play – no programming needed
- Quick Setup & Easy Storage
- Dual Functional Displays (MSFS Pop-Out Manager & GlassOut compatible)
- Airbus-style coloured panels (PLA Blue/Grey – close to RAL 5014)
- Custom protective packaging for safe delivery
- Consistent 5 star reviews - check out our reviews here
**Standby indicator buttons are non-functional
This isn’t just a product, it’s your shortcut to a realistic Airbus cockpit setup.
No building. No stress.
Just sit down, power up, and fly.
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Designed & Manufactured by DesktopCockpits
Registered Design No. 6512894
IMPORTANT: Airbus V2 range COMING SOON
The upgraded Airbus V2 range is expected to launch on 1st Septmeber at £439, featuring some new features and inclusions, along with the long awaiting First Officer configuration.
This product page is for the current Airbus - Standard Captain V1 at £339. Orders placed through this page will be produced and supplied as V1 and will not automatically be upgraded to V2.
If you would prefer the upgraded V2, please wait for the new range to launch.
What's Included
What’s included
Your Desktop Cockpit arrives fully assembled, with the display screens installed and ready for setup.
- Fully assembled 3D-printed Airbus MIP panels
- 1 × display screen for the PFD and ND
- 1 × display screen for the ECAM and standby instruments
- 2 × Mini HDMI-to-HDMI cables (2 m)
- 2 × USB-C power cables (2 m)
- 2 × desk clamps
- Reinforced wooden base with a black finish
- Anti-slip feet
- Glare support for the WinCTRL EFIS units, FCU and SL3 Simulations or SimGauges Glarewing (please choose your configuration)
- Mounting space for the WinCTRL AGP32 autobrake and landing gear panel (only applicable to the Extended DesktopCockpit)
DisplayPort cables and a dummy, non-functional Glarewing can be selected as optional paid upgrades when ordering.
What’s not included
The following items must be purchased separately:
- WinCTRL AGP32 autobrake, chrono and landing gear panel (for the Extended DesktopCockpit)
- WinCTRL EFIS units
- WinCTRL FCU
- SL3 Simulations or SimGauges Glarewing
- USB power adapter or mains charger
- Computer and flight simulation software
Please note: The buttons surrounding the standby instruments are decorative and non-functional.
Compatible 3rd Party Hardware
Third-party hardware is not sold or not included with the cockpit. You will need to already own the required hardware or purchase it separately from the manufacturer’s website.
Unfortunately, we cannot supply the cockpit and third-party hardware as a complete package.
WinCTRL
- FCU
- EFIS
- AGP32 - autobrake, landing gear and chronometer panel
SL3 Simulations
- Glarewing Warning Panel V1
- Glarewing Warning Panel V2
Please note: V2 is not currently compatible with the optional ATC add-on.
SimGauges
- Glarewing Warning Panel
We are working on further integrations with MOZA and WingFlex. If you are interested in this, please send us a message.
Compatibility is based on the hardware versions listed above. Additional compatible products or updated hardware may become available in the future. The release or addition of new compatible hardware does not make your existing cockpit faulty and does not qualify it for a refund, free upgrade or free replacement.
Compatible Flight Simulators
Compatible Simulators
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 – Compatible
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 – Compatible
- X-Plane 12 – Compatible using XTextureExtractor
- X-Plane 11 – Not tested; however, it is expected to work using the same XTextureExtractor method as X-Plane 12
Microsoft Flight Simulator Compatibility
The cockpit screens function as standard external monitors and do not require dedicated DesktopCockpits software. The required instruments can be opened as separate windows using your aircraft’s native pop-out function, MSFS Pop Out Panel Manager or GlassOut (which is paid third-party software).
Once popped out, the PFD, ND, standby and ECAM displays can simply be moved and positioned onto the cockpit screens. The method required will depend on your chosen aircraft, as certain instruments may not support native pop-outs.
X-Plane Compatibility
If your aircraft’s PFD, ND, standby and ECAM displays can be successfully extracted using XTextureExtractor, they can simply be moved and positioned onto the cockpit screens.
We recommend testing XTextureExtractor with your chosen aircraft before purchasing to confirm that the required displays can be extracted correctly and that performance is acceptable. X-Plane 12 has been tested successfully with the ToLiss A320neo.
XTextureExtractor, Pop Out Panel Manager, GlassOut and supported aircraft are third-party products outside our control. Future updates, discontinued support or other changes that prevent display extraction would not constitute a fault with the physical cockpit or provide grounds for a return outside your applicable statutory rights.
Please contact us before ordering if you are unsure whether your simulator setup is compatible.
Compatible Aircraft
Aircraft Compatibility
Microsoft Flight Simulator
The cockpit is compatible with:
- Fenix Airbus A319, A320 and A321
- FlyByWire A320neo
- iniBuilds A320neo*
- iniBuilds A321LR*
*The ISIS display cannot be popped out natively and requires GlassOut.
Compatibility is not limited to the aircraft listed above. If your chosen aircraft allows the required PFD, ND, standby and ECAM instruments to be popped out and moved onto another monitor, they can simply be dragged and positioned onto the cockpit screens.
Before ordering, we recommend testing your chosen aircraft to ensure that all the required instruments can be popped out simultaneously, moved onto an external monitor and run with acceptable performance.
X-Plane 12
The cockpit is compatible with:
- ToLiSS Airbus aircraft
Tested successfully on Windows with both the Standard Definition and High Definition versions of the ToLiSS A320neo. It will also work with other ToLiSS Airbus aircraft.
Other aircraft may work provided their PFD, ND, standby and ECAM displays can be extracted and moved onto external screens. Put simply, if you can successfully pop out the required instruments and move them onto another monitor, they can be positioned on the cockpit screens in exactly the same way.
We recommend testing your chosen aircraft with XTextureExtractor before ordering to confirm correct operation and acceptable performance.
Here is a helpful XTextureExtractor setup video.
Third-Party Compatibility Notice
Compatibility is based on the simulator, aircraft and software versions available at the time of testing. Simulators, aircraft and required display software are third-party products outside our control. Future updates, changes or discontinued support may affect compatibility.
Loss of compatibility caused by a third-party update or change would not constitute a fault with the physical cockpit or provide grounds for a return outside your applicable statutory rights.
If you are unsure whether your aircraft or simulator setup is compatible, please contact us before ordering.
PC specifications
Computer Specifications and Operating-System Compatibility
These specifications provide a general guide. Performance can vary depending on your simulator, aircraft, graphics settings, add-ons, scenery and the number of displays connected.
Windows Compatibility
Windows computers can be used with:
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
- X-Plane 11/12
The following specifications provide a general guide for Microsoft Flight Simulator:
Minimum Requirements
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i7-6800K
- Graphics card: AMD Radeon RX 5700 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
- RAM: 16 GB
- VRAM: 4 GB
- Available storage: 50 GB
- Internet bandwidth: 10 Mbps
- Operating system: Windows 10 with the latest updates
Recommended Requirements
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-10700K
- Graphics card: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
- RAM: 32 GB
- VRAM: 8 GB
- Available storage: 50 GB
- Internet bandwidth: 50 Mbps
- Operating system: Windows 10 with the latest updates
Ideal Requirements
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X or Intel Core i7-14700K
- Graphics card: AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
- RAM: 64 GB
- VRAM: 12 GB
- Available storage: 50 GB
- Internet bandwidth: 100 Mbps
- Operating system: Windows 10 with the latest updates
Meeting these specifications does not guarantee a particular frame rate or level of performance. Please complete the pop-out display test with your chosen aircraft before ordering.
Mac Compatibility
Mac computers are supported only when using X-Plane. Microsoft Flight Simulator is not supported on macOS, and its compatible third-party aircraft and instrument pop-out methods require Windows.
Mac users must meet or exceed the recommended system requirements for X-Plane 12. Apple Silicon and at least 16–24 GB of unified memory are recommended.
Before ordering, Mac users should test XTextureExtractor with their chosen aircraft and confirm that all required instruments can be extracted, moved onto external displays and operated simultaneously with acceptable performance.
Display Connections
Required connections
The cockpit requires 2 × available display outputs for the cockpit screens
The two display outputs required for the cockpit are in addition to any outputs already being used by your main monitor or other displays.
If your PC does not have enough available display outputs, it may be possible to use a USB-to-HDMI adapter to add an additional extended display. The adapter must support extending the Windows desktop, rather than only duplicating or mirroring an existing display.
Display cables and adapters
The cockpit includes two 2 m Mini HDMI-to-HDMI cables as standard. You should therefore have two available HDMI connections.
If you do not have two available HDMI ports but have DisplayPort connections available, you can upgrade to Mini HDMI-to-DisplayPort cables during checkout.
Alternatively, a compatible USB-to-HDMI adapter can be used to create additional display outputs. We have successfully tested the following adapter on Amazon:
- ABLEWE USB 3.0 to Dual HDMI Adapter with USB 3.0 Port
This adapter allows two HDMI displays to be connected through a compatible USB 3.0 port. Any required adapters must be purchased separately, and performance may vary depending on your PC, USB connection, drivers and simulator setup.
HDMI splitters are not supported because they duplicate an existing display rather than creating a separate extended display.
Instrument Pop-Outs & Required Software
Instrument Pop-Outs and Required Software
The cockpit screens operate as standard external displays connected to your computer and do not require dedicated DesktopCockpits software.
To display your flight instruments, the PFD, ND, ECAM and standby instruments must first be opened as separate windows. These windows can then be moved from your main simulator display and positioned onto the cockpit screens.
The method used depends on your simulator and aircraft.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020/2024 - Windows Only
There are three display options:
Option 1: Native Microsoft Flight Simulator Pop-Outs
Compatible instruments can be opened as separate windows using Right Alt (AltGr) + left-click. They can then be moved and resized manually across the cockpit screens.
Native pop-out availability varies between aircraft. Some instruments, such as the iniBuilds ISIS display, cannot be popped out natively.
Option 2: MSFS Pop Out Panel Manager - Free
MSFS Pop Out Panel Manager is a free third-party application that automates the positioning and sizing of compatible instrument windows.
It can save your preferred layout, avoiding the need to reposition every instrument manually before each flight. It still uses Microsoft Flight Simulator’s native pop-out windows and may therefore have a similar effect on performance.
Option 3: GlassOut - Paid
GlassOut is a paid third-party application that provides an alternative way to display instruments on the cockpit screens.
It supports instruments that may not be available as native pop-outs and can reduce the performance impact associated with Microsoft Flight Simulator’s native pop-out windows.
X-Plane 11/12 - Windows or Mac
X-Plane users can use the free third-party XTextureExtractor plugin to extract their aircraft’s PFD, ND, ECAM and standby displays.
Once extracted, the instrument windows can be moved and positioned onto the cockpit screens. If you can successfully extract the required instruments and move them onto another monitor, they can be used with the cockpit screens in exactly the same way.
X-Plane 12 has been tested successfully with both the Standard Definition and High Definition versions of the ToLiSS A320neo.
Performance Test Before Ordering
Before ordering, test your chosen aircraft, simulator and computer by opening all the required instruments simultaneously:
- PFD
- ND
- ECAM
- Standby instruments
Confirm that they display correctly and that simulator performance remains acceptable.
Watch our Microsoft Flight Simulator pop-out compatibility test
MSFS Pop Out Panel Manager, GlassOut and XTextureExtractor are third-party applications and are not included with the cockpit. Their availability and continued compatibility are controlled by their respective developers.
Power Requirements
Power requirements
The cockpit includes two USB-A power cables for the display screens. These can normally be connected directly to your computer.
However, the amount of power supplied by USB ports varies between computers. If your PC cannot provide sufficient power to both displays, you may experience:
- Screen flickering
- Intermittent operation
- Displays repeatedly connecting and disconnecting
- One or both displays switching off
Alternative power supply
If your computer cannot supply sufficient power, connect both USB power cables to a locally compliant dual-port USB-A mains charger that can provide at least:
- 24 W total output
- 5 V/4.8 A combined output
- 5 V/2.4 A from each port simultaneously
Tested power options
We have successfully tested the following:
- Duracell Dual 24W USB-A Charger — available with UK and EU plug options
- Belkin BoostCharge Dual USB-A 24W Charger — regional versions are available for several countries
- TP-Link UH720 7-Port USB 3.0 Hub — using its two dedicated 5 V/2.4 A fast-charging ports
When using the TP-Link UH720, both display power cables must be connected to the two dedicated fast-charging ports. Its standard USB data ports may not provide sufficient power for both displays.
Please purchase the correct plug version for your country from the manufacturer or a reputable local retailer. Always check the specifications before purchasing, as similarly named charger models may provide different power outputs.
A mains power adapter or powered USB hub is not included with the cockpit. Customers are responsible for purchasing a suitable, locally compliant power solution if their computer cannot provide sufficient USB power.
Dimensions & Weight
A320 - Extended
Base dimensions
- Length: 117 cm
- Depth: 19 cm
- Height to the underside of the glare support: 24 cm
- Height to the top of the WinCTRL FCU when installed: approximately 35 cm
Weight
- Up to approximately 5 kg
Please note: The WinCTRL FCU is not included and must be purchased separately.
A320 - Standard
Base dimensions
- Length: 95 cm
- Depth: 19 cm
- Height to the underside of the glare support: 24 cm
- Height to the top of the WinCTRL FCU when installed: approximately 35 cm
Weight
- Up to approximately 4 kg
Please note: The WinCTRL FCU is not included and must be purchased separately.
Prodution Timelines
Each cockpit is handmade, assembled and tested in the UK.
Due to current demand, please allow up to 4 weeks for your order to be produced and dispatched. Orders may be completed sooner where possible, and you will receive tracking information once your cockpit has been shipped.
Shipping & Customs Info
Shipping information
Every cockpit is carefully packaged in a custom-sized box with protective internal packaging.
All orders are shipped with:
- Full end-to-end tracking
- Transit insurance
- Protective packaging designed specifically for the cockpit
Tracking information will be provided once your order has been dispatched.
Delivery estimates
All delivery timeframes are estimates and are not guaranteed. International shipments may take longer due to customs processing, local clearance requirements or requests for additional information.
If your parcel is delayed but remains in transit, we will monitor the shipment and work with the carrier to help resolve the delay. A delay or customs hold does not necessarily mean that a parcel has been lost.
If tracking stops updating for an extended period, we will open a formal investigation with the carrier. A replacement or other appropriate resolution will be arranged if the parcel is confirmed as lost or the investigation establishes that it is unlikely to be delivered.
This does not affect your statutory rights relating to delayed or undelivered goods.
Transit damage
If your cockpit arrives damaged, please contact us as soon as possible and provide:
- Photographs of the damaged item
- Photographs of the external and internal packaging
- A photograph of the shipping label
- A description of the damage
Please retain the product and all original packaging while the claim is investigated. Once suitable evidence has been provided, we will work with you to arrange an appropriate resolution, which may include a return and replacement.
Customs and international orders
Orders delivered outside the UK may be subject to:
- Import duties
- Local taxes
- Customs-clearance charges
- Carrier or brokerage fees
These charges are not included in the product or shipping price and are the buyer’s responsibility. UK orders are not subject to import duties.
UPS / DHL or the relevant customs authority may contact you for additional information, identification or payment before releasing your parcel. Customers are responsible for responding to these requests and providing any information required for customs clearance.
DesktopCockpits cannot control additional charges, inspections or delays imposed by customs authorities or the carrier acting on their behalf.
Our products are generally shipped under HS code 9504.50. However, the final tariff classification and any applicable charges are determined by the customs authority in the destination country.
For estimated import charges and country-specific shipping information, please view our international shipping guide.
Import estimates are provided for guidance only. The final amount charged may vary depending on the destination country, exchange rate, customs assessment and carrier fees.
Product Care
Product care
To protect your cockpit and preserve its appearance:
- Keep it away from direct sunlight and sources of heat
- Do not place it near radiators, heaters or other hot equipment
- Avoid exposing it to moisture or liquids
- Clean it gently using a soft, dry cloth
- Do not use solvents, alcohol-based cleaners or abrasive cleaning products
Handmade finish
Each cockpit contains individually manufactured and assembled 3D-printed components. As a result, you may notice:
- Minor layer or surface lines
- Small variations in colour or texture
- Slightly visible adhesive in some assembled areas
- Other small cosmetic variations associated with 3D printing and hand assembly
These minor characteristics are a normal part of the manufacturing process and do not affect the cockpit’s operation or durability.
Returns & Technical Support
Returns and technical support
Because each cockpit is produced to order using the configuration and options selected by the customer, we do not accept change-of-mind returns where the product qualifies as custom-made or made to the customer’s specifications.
This does not affect your statutory rights if your cockpit is faulty, damaged upon arrival or not as described.
Technical support is available if you experience any problems setting up or using your cockpit. Please contact us before attempting to modify, repair or return the product so that we can help diagnose the issue.
Please check compatibility before ordering
If you intend to use native Microsoft Flight Simulator pop-outs or MSFS Pop Out Panel Manager, your PC must be capable of running four instrument windows simultaneously.
Watch our PC pop-out compatibility test
Reduced simulator performance caused by your PC specification, graphics settings, third-party software or native MSFS pop-out windows does not indicate a fault with the cockpit.
EU right of withdrawal
EU customers normally have the right to withdraw from an online purchase within 14 days of delivery.
However, this right does not apply to goods made to the customer’s specifications or clearly personalised. Where your cockpit is produced specifically according to the configuration and custom options selected when ordering, it may fall within this exemption.
This exemption does not affect your legal rights if the product is faulty, damaged or not as described.