In Airbus A320 flight simulator cockpits, the main controls and screens are there to manage flight path, power, navigation, systems and warnings. The key ones to learn first are the sidestick, thrust levers, FCU autopilot panel, MCDU flight computer, PFD, ND and the two ECAM system displays. What are the main parts of an A320 cockpit? The A320 cockpit is laid out in a very Airbus way. Instead of a yoke, you get a sidestick.