Playstation controller not recognized as gamepad.It's recognized as flight stick

Product: Star Wars: Squadrons
Platform:PC
Please specify your platform model. PC
What is your gamertag/PSN ID/EA Account name? versionfiv
Are you playing in VR? No
Which part of the game is the issue happening in? Dogfight
What were you doing when the bug occurred? Step by Step detail is helpful. Booting up the game. Starting the game. Running the program.
Where did this issue occur? Please include menu name or in game location. Immediately upon starting the game. Upon running the program. When the game boots up.
When did this happen? (dd.mm.yy hh:mm) 29.04.21 13:01
How often does the bug occur? Every time (100%)
How severe is your issue? Can't play
What happens when the bug occurs? The controller is not recognized as a gamepad, instead it is recognized as a flight stick. I am using a PS4 controller.
What do you expect to see? Normal gamepad functionality as in nearly every other game.
Which ship were you playing? If not applicable, just answer "no" or "none." X-wing
What components were you using? None
Which customizations (if any) were you using? None

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The controller is not recognized as a gamepad, instead it is recognized as a flight stick. I am using a PS4 controller.

Game is unplayable. Purchased on Epic Games launcher this past Winter sale. Has not worked since purchasing the game.