Meridian GMT launched a teaser trailer earlier this week, indicating that they would be sharing new details on their product line-up as of today. As promised, those details are now live on a revamped website, and we have also learn of new details on pre-order availability and when these products will ship.
The Line-Up
Starting today, the line-up of Meridian GMT’s first selection of products has been renamed to be clearer and avoid any confusion with other products on the market. Moving forward, the line-up is as follows:
- Horizon Plus Flight Controls
- Latitude Plus Throttle Quadrant
- X-Ray Handheld Flightdeck
The Horizon Plus Flight Controls and the Latitude Plus Throttle Quadrant are two closely linked pieces of flight simulation hardware. Both are designed around a shared philosophy of modularity, adaptability, and long-term realism. Rather than targeting a single aircraft type or flying style, the two products are intended to form a flexible flight deck that can move seamlessly between Boeing, Airbus, and General Aviation operations without the need for constant reconfiguration or profile management.
The yoke system of the Horizon Plus Flight Controls combines a full-range roll axis with an asymmetrical pitch design that prioritises precision where pilots use it most, such as during rotation, approach, and landing. Modular avionics bays on either side of the base allow the Horizon Plus to be configured for commercial or general aviation flying, with interchangeable panels that change the workflow to match different cockpit styles.
The Latitude Plus Throttle Quadrant features a throttle concept built around interchangeable lever sets, magnetic faceplates, and a wide axis travel range that allows it to accurately mirror the physical movement found in different real-world aircraft. Boeing, Airbus, and GA configurations can be swapped quickly, with lever shapes, detents, and throw angles changing to suit each aircraft family. This approach avoids the usual compromise seen with “one-size-fits-all” throttles and instead focuses on preserving correct ergonomics and handling across very different cockpit layouts, from airliners through to piston and turboprop aircraft.
For those looking for a couch experience, the X-Ray Handheld Flightdeck is what Meridian GMT have planned. Button layout and labelling have been designed with accessibility in mind. Rather than overwhelming users with unlabeled inputs, the X-Ray uses magnetic faceplates to clearly identify each function, with layouts tailored for fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters. Physical interactions play a central role, from the two-position landing gear lever paired with illuminated indicators to a spring-loaded flap lever with defined detents. It can be charged with a USB-C cable for 30 hours of usage, and once licensing is approved, it will be compatible with console and cloud services.
The Technology
Across its entire hardware ecosystem, Meridian GMT is built on a shared set of core technologies designed to scale seamlessly from handheld controllers to full cockpit setups. Central to this approach is ModulAir™, a modular hardware architecture that allows physical components such as panels, levers, inserts, and faceplates to be swapped and reconfigured for different aircraft types and mission profiles. This is complemented by Sentient FlightDeck Intelligence, which automatically detects hardware changes and aligns simulator profiles, axis behaviour, and control logic without manual intervention.
As mentioned in our last article, Meridian GMT is using QuantumLeap TMR sensors. These contactless sensors operate using tunnelling magneto-resistance technology, providing calibration-free accuracy, zero drift, and long-term durability beyond conventional sensor solutions. This is combined with haptic feedback and visual cues from Aurora Ambient Lighting. The concept is to tie all of this together to create a familar of hardware that is consistent and connects.
Pre-Ordering and Availability
Meridian GMT has listed on their new website that a pre-order sign-up for the Horizon Plus Flight Controls will begin on January 20th 2026. This is non-binding and will be used as a method to test the system. Providing that is successful, per-orders will begin in full from February 1st 2026, with the Latitude Plus Throttle Quadrant following on after that.
The team will be at FSWeekend in Lelystad and again at FlightSimExpo 2026 (Saint Paul/Minneapolis) with the opportunity to go hands-on with these products. It is planned that the beta and regular pre-orders will then go out in the 2nd quarter of 2026. You can see the roadmap below.
