Solid Construction with Positive Tactile Feedback

Mark found the 1.5 kg panel substantial without being unnecessarily heavy. The main enclosure is aluminum, while the front fascia uses a plastic composite. In his view, the overall fit and finish were appropriate for the product’s price category: not positioned as a premium replica, but well balanced for a compact home cockpit panel.

The metal two-way and three-way toggle switches felt firm, and the rotary controls provided clear feedback. The strongest impression came from the push buttons, which Mark praised for their definite click, useful travel and positive response.

His main reservation concerned appearance rather than function: although the rotary knobs worked well, he felt that some looked more plastic than he would prefer.

One Main Cable, Plus Supplementary USB-C Power

The review unit connected through a supplied 2 m USB-A-to-USB-C cable. One rear USB-C port carries power and data; a second USB-C port can provide supplementary power when required, particularly in a larger cockpit installation.

Mark appreciated the simplicity of a single main connection, but considered a 3 m cable more suitable for overhead mounting. This was one of his clearest practical improvement requests.

The panel uses a 100 × 100 mm VESA mounting pattern and does not include a stand, allowing users to choose a mounting solution that suits their cockpit or desk.

A Flexible Overhead Mounting Solution

For his own setup, Mark attached the A107 Pro to a dual-arm monitor mount on a Next Level Racing rig. Because he uses a 48-inch display, positioning the panel directly above the monitor was not practical. The adjustable arm allowed him to place it within easy reach without blocking the screen or restricting entry to the rig.

The example is useful for home cockpit builders because it shows that the VESA interface can work with readily available mounting hardware. Mark reported that his solution cost approximately £35 at the time of purchase.

Two Paths: RowsfireApp or MobiFlight

RowsfireApp for a simpler start

Mark presented RowsfireApp as the easier route for supported aircraft. The application automatically configures compatible profiles and includes a Debug tab for checking lights, switches, rotary controls and buttons before entering the simulator.

During his test, every input registered as expected. His suggested improvement was a graphical representation of the panel in the diagnostic interface, which would make testing more intuitive than reading input values alone.

MobiFlight and FSUIPC7 for deeper configuration

For users who want more control, he highlighted MobiFlight together with FSUIPC7. This route supports community profiles and more detailed configuration, including control over when the panel lighting activates and how it follows the simulated aircraft state.

Responsive Operation Throughout a Complete Flight

SimHanger tested the A107 Pro with the Fenix A320 in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to London Heathrow. Mark used the panel for normal overhead tasks including external power, batteries, ADIRS, emergency lighting, window heat, APU start, fuel pumps, ventilation, bleed air and exterior lighting.

He estimated that the compact panel covers roughly 80% of the full simulated overhead and, importantly, includes the controls most users operate regularly. He reported no significant or recognizable latency during normal operation despite the single main USB cable.

The one exception appeared during the complete overhead light test. The virtual cockpit illuminated immediately, while the physical panel lights appeared in phases. Mark did not consider this a major operational issue and suggested that additional power through the supplementary USB-C port could potentially improve the behavior.

What We Learned from the Review

SimHanger’s test supports the main design goal behind the A107 Pro: provide the overhead controls Airbus sim pilots use most often, in a format that is practical for a home cockpit and accessible without repeated mouse interaction.

The review also gives us specific and useful direction. Cable length, knob appearance, diagnostic visualization and lighting behavior are concrete details that can inform future hardware, software and documentation improvements.

Most importantly, the positive conclusion was based on real installation and flight use—not specifications alone. Mark tested the controls, verified the inputs and operated the panel across a practical A320 flight sequence before describing it as a great product and fair value for money.