I didn't want to clutter up an otherwise very clean and tidy cockpit, so fitted my Icom A-16 radio in its charger base just forward of the stick, above the USB port.
It is handy that this model will operate while under charge/external power.
I drilled a hole in the charger baseplate to bring power and ground wires out the bottom- these tap into the USB power leads.
PTT is routed up the centre of the stick to a pushbutton on the top.
I kept with the stubby antenna- simpler and tidier than an external whip and groundplane, and quite adequate range for circuit and local traffic comms.
The radio appears reasonably secure sitting in the charager base, but I may have to fit a restraining strap or similar if needed.
I do like the fact it can be easily removed to be used as a hand-held if needed.
Readable and within reach while strapped in in flight attitude!
I like your set up, so where is the ppt button located and how did ou mount it?
How well does the radio stay in the charging base while flying?
That looks like a very nice setup. My Yaesu has a cigar lighter plug. Looking at if I can convert it to USB, but might direct wire it. I was going to just clip it to my belt, but you have given me a much better idea on placement!