Piston Engine Operation
From FlightSim
Certain questions can fall into more than one category, so you may find some of these entries duplicated in other sections.
- Why does my reciprocating (piston) engine aircraft struggle to climb at higher altitudes?
- Why is my manifold pressure so low at higher altitudes, especially when I have full throttle?
- WW II aircraft often require careful handling of power. Don't you have to do the same thing on light aircraft?
- What are the propeller controls for? How do I use them?
- How do I use the propeller and mixture controls?
- Can anyone explain the basics of a "Constant Speed Prop"
- What does it mean to get "behind the power curve?
- What is "oversquare," and should I do it?
- What are cowl flaps?
