Octavi - IFR-1

The Octavi IFR-1 is a simple, intuitive and complete interface that lets you control all major instruments in a flight simulator. It packs the functionality of an entire home cockpit into an affordable, compact device. The patented device features a high quality dual-axis rotary knob like the ones found in real aircraft avionics. A total of eight context mode buttons and eleven function buttons are available to select and control instruments like a Garmin GNS530/430 or the autopilot. The buttons are implemented in a coated silicone keypad, offering precise feel and whisper-quiet keystrokes. Octavi's casing is made by precision engineered, high grade injection molding.

Features:

• Control all major instruments from one device: COM and NAV radios, FMS devices, autopilot, transponder
• Pre-configured profiles for GA aircraft, plug-and-play operation
• Customizable: can be adapted to your aircraft of choice
• LED backlit buttons to indicate mode and autopilot status
• Compact form factor: can be stowed in seconds and transported easily
• High quality hardware, featuring precision parts and high quality keypad

How it works:
The Octavi IFR-1 lets you control the radios, VOR receivers, the FMS devices, the autopilot and the transponder in its standard configuration. Once you have selected an instrument using the context buttons, you can use the rotary knob and the function buttons to manipulate that instrument. The selected button is highlighted to indicate the activated instrument.

In each mode, the main function of the dual-axis rotary knob is controlling a specific item, for instance frequencies, transponder codes and autopilot variables. As an extra, "shift" functions are available for each mode - this enables you to control headings, courses, the altimeter QNH and the transponder mode from Octavi, too. A detailed description of the IFR-1’s standard functions can be found here.

Compatible with:

• Laminar Research X-Plane 11 or newer
• Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS 2020 | MSFS 2024)
• Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX)
• Lockheed Martin Prepar3D

Included in the box:

• Octavi IFR-1
• 1.5 m USB-C cable

Dimensions:

• Product: 112 mm x 74 mm x 46 mm
• Carton: 167 mm x 134 mm x 79 mm

Reviews:

Overkill Simulations: "This thing is absolutely phenomenal, I think it's going to be a major game changer, it’s incredibly small and yet extremely powerful."
Watch the video: Overkill Simulations: The World's Smallest Cockpit

Russ Barlow: "Really well made ... this is probably going to be the prettiest thing in my setup."
Watch complete test review: Russ Barlow's take on Octavi

Helisimmer.com: "I have to say I am quite impressed with Octavi’s work. The unit is super-compact and sturdy and it shows the company was careful about making a quality product."
Read complete test review: Helisimmer.com reviews the Octavi IFR-1

• USB port
• Operating System: Windows 10 or newer / macOS
• Compatible with:
  • Laminar Research X-Plane 11 / 12
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS 2020 | MSFS 2024)
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX)
  • Lockheed Martin Prepar3D

The Octavi IFR-1 is a plug-and-play USB device that requires no driver installation. Plug it in, install the plug-in for your flight simulator and take off!

• Plug-in versions are available for MSFS & XP
• If you're using Prepar3D or FSX, or if you're using highly customized or complex aircraft, you can use Octavi with MobiFlight. MobiFlight is a free open-source tool that lets you choose which of Octavi's buttons controls which function freely.
• Flight simmers already use MobiFlight for a wide range of aircraft and setups. Due to the large community behind MobiFlight, configurations for many custom aircraft are easily available.
• They even maintain a simple-to-use library of X-Plane and MSFS2020 presets that you can assign to buttons.
• Detailed, up-to-date information about compatibility as well as software and profile downloads can be found here: www.octavi.net/ifr-1