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If you don't need or want rudder pedals, the Logitech\Saitek X52 HOTAS FCS is an excellent choice that won't break the bank....
https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/product/x52-space-flight-simulator-controller
If you're on a tighter budget and just want a basic stick\throttle combination with plenty of programmable switches and buttons you might want to consider the Logitech 3D Pro flight stick...
https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/product/extreme-3d-pro-joystick
Pretty much any joystick will work with FSX so, as shufordsc said, it's mostly your preference. You can use more than one controller at the same time.
For axis you want pitch and roll (obviously) and many joyticks can twist as well which you use for rudder control. If you don't have rudder control on the joystick you either need separate pedal controls ($100 and up) or use the auto-rudder function in FSX. It's nice to have a throttle axis/slider as well.
My own joystick doesn't have many buttons - and I don't use all of them. Gear up/down is one button, then two for flaps, one for brakes and two for elevator trim. I have a 'hat switch' to pan view but I never use it, prefer mouse look. So, again, the buttons you need is up to you.
I use a Microsoft Sidewinder force feedback stick which is nearly 20 years old, I love it so much I bought a spare off ebay.
https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198436500954/images/
Complete with instructions....
Cheap, Plasticky, and very "toylike".
Personally I would pass on this one.
If you can afford a Thrustmaster go with the Air Force Series, expensive yes, but the Thrustmaster PC series are very cheaply constructed, and not very good IMHO.
Hey Pegasus, I just noticed your T16000 stick has a "Wonky" throttle control just like the Logitech 3D Pro....LOLLL
Don't look for a joystick without considering the Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback 2. It's been out of production for several years but is usually available on eBay at very reasonable prices. It's very well built, reliable and gives realistic feedback forces in FSX (with FS Force software).
thats value for money, so i vouvh for the saitek x52. the seperate throttle is soo good.
I agree. When I got back in to flight simming earlier this year I started out with a Logitech 3D Pro, which is quite good for the money IMHO, but unfortunately does not offer a seperate throttle control, so I upgraded to the standard version of the Saitek X52 after a few of months flying the 3D Pro.
I recently upgraded again, this time to the X52 Pro, which is essentially the same as the X52 in most respects, however it offers a number of refinements such as metal hat switches, buttons, and switches, dual springs on the joystick which provide a more precise feel, and smoother throttle movement with less abrupt detents for the full and idle thrust positions. I'm super happy with this setup and will probably keep using it for the forseeable future.