Tutorial #10 - How to set Mixture - Microsoft Flight Simulator

[@GunMaster6542]

Hello mate! As a pilot irl and veteran flight simmer (FS2004 and FSX had a big impact in my career decision), I love the fact that you're teaching people how to properly fly. I've watched every episode of your series and you're doing a great job, wish you the best.

[@xplayman]

This is the most necessary tutorial not included in the game.

[@PrinceAlberts]

I honestly don’t understand how they did so well with the FS X tutorial, but so lousy with this one.

[@williambomball5965]

Wish my “real world” instructor had explained leaning as thoroughly as this. Valuable tutorials, especially for those using MSFS as a training aid.

[@alexchen4442]

Not much people do that tho, x plane is actually more realistic in physics and a lot of essential things are missing in msfs 2020

[@Meoiswa]

For those wondering, Fuel Flow can increase (usually only slightly) because a leaner mixture leads to higher RPM which leads to more air intake which leads to more fuel being mixed to maintain the mixture %.

[@kamaradski1]

I really enjoy these in-depth tutorials. I cannot wait until we get into the more non-basics stuff where I can learn even more. Also please do not forget to follow-up with a mixture tutorial for the planes with non-fixed propellors, this is exactly one of those non-basic things where I would lack understanding & knowledge. Thank for doing this: thumbs up!

[@MrFreakRite]

Yessss, I really need a throttle vs prop speed vs mixture @ what altitude\airspeed explanation x.x

[@EsbenQQQ]

Much needed indeed.

[@overratedprogrammer]

Did he ever do a non fixed tutorial on mixture?

[@Reinart1986]

the fuel flow gauge did come down the first time. It went from 12 to just over 11

[@TheKillermops]

true but there seems to be something broken with mixture in MSFS... because when you lean at first the fuel flow will rise witch will never happen in the real airplane

[@damianketcham]

Maximilian Domann Yup. MSFS 2020 has a way to go on systems modeling. X-Plane is much better at this his...so far.

[@davecarsley8773]

@@TheKillermops No. The fuel flow does not increase when you lean in MSF2020. Fuel flow decreases (as clearly demonstrated in this video).

[@theflyingemu3647]

@@davecarsley8773 If you have your mixture full rich and then move the lever slightly you will notice the fuel flow increase. As you lean the mixture more it comes good. Is there a fault yes, sim breaking no.

[@davecarsley8773]

@@theflyingemu3647 Correct. What you're saying is true *now* (after update), but it wasn't true several weeks ago. They've been making improvements slowly but surely.

[@bestformspielt]

"When you are descending, there are different approaches on this" - top notch dad yoke.

[@CHROME098]

Thanks so much for these tutorials. You speak slowly enough for my Yank ears to understand completely. (Many UK guys talk very fast and have an accent: "˝Got it" comes out "Gah ih".) And the magnification and lighting of the instrument panels is important so that we can actually read them. You usually do it just right. And it is important to show SLOWLY what buttons are being pushed and exactly what knobs are being pushed and/or turned. Many tutors like to "show off" how fast they can do things. You do not. And I thank you very much for that.

[@mcroudson]

And you don't have an accent?

[@vIMONST3RIv]

Americans say “gah it” if anything not English people 😂 veeee-hicle

[@AndrewAffolter]

The flying squirrel is back! The best FS2020 tutorial series on KZbin!

[@juanjosearcanista-gamermus2676]

You are the best. Period. Your voice is clear, your explanations are perfect. You clearly explain things for a living, or are a natural. Patreon?

[@michabartosik3354]

You are down to topic, native english, structured. Exactly what is needed. Keep it like that, these lectures are awsome.

[@cicadastudio3486]

Really appreciate you putting in the time to make these tutorials. Easy to understand, no annoying music in the background and a pleasure to watch and learn. Have seen them all to date. Cheers.

[@aztecwarrior8170]

It’s unfortunate how msfs doesn’t have in depth tutorials. I hope they add some in the future. Thank you for these videos.

[@jakke1975]

Pretty sure msfs 2024 will score a lot better in this area, together with a career's section in lots of different areas... i'm waiting for it to spend my bucks on new hardware.

[@Mekinhumbel]

Your channel is a treasure trove for noob sim enthusiasts like me. This one is one of the best examples why that's the case. Bravo. Great stuff here.

[@timnewsome9710]

I love these videos. Thank you. Pedantic comment: The water that Renton is near is Lake Washington, which is 16 feet above MSL.

[@lewishancock2808]

Never really understood mixture im exited to learn! loving the MFS uploads btw :D

[@scribe0714]

Excellent real world explanation! Tnx.

[@Sailordude9980]

Best explanation hands down (sorry for being such a fanboy)

[@IVIenac3]

Can you explain variable pitch next?

[@grafspeem9402]

Variable pitch props allow to restrain engine rpm w/o reducing power or airspeed. There are Constant speed units as well which govern the engine rpm in optimal range automatically. You can think that prop blade is simply a wing, variable pitch prop allow to increase AOA of the blade increasing lift/thrust, at the same time increased AOA increasing drag which force propeller to slow down.

[@MsMumuku]

I hope you're gonna mention mixture again when you go over a variable prop. Glad to hear I was remembering the RPM leaning method correctly, but gonna start checking for an EGT gauge now. Too much time has passed since I got my licence :-D

[@ForderLearnToFly]

Excellent again. I learned in a C150 and learned EGT once I certified on the 172. I am glad you also added about "mixture rich" checklist item on landing (under 3000). I rent planes so they are fussy about us taking care of the engine during flight. But just the lifesaving and fuel cost saving is our main goal... way to go Squirrel

[@MDR-gn9ox]

Good video. Older cars used to have a choke flap on the carb. Works on the same principle with all carburetted engines. Rich(Closing the air butterfly flap) ensures there is more fuel than air for the combustion process. Leaning (opening the flap) allows more air into the carb to mix with the fuel and enter the combustion chamber. Why it causes the black soot is because not all the fuel is burnt. When you run too lean you'll get spark plugs with white on the electrode and you run the risk of burning your valves. A perfect mixture will give you a nice golden brown colour.

[@blackjack2150]

All this talk about the mixture reminded me of My Summer Car. That was such a fun series!

[@Krampfey]

I'm still baffled on how you can keep the plane so still. Even when I'm trimmed out and focus, the slightest wind gets me off course again. Big respect! :D

[@KenjiWatanabe1]

My goodness, this is one of the most important nuggets of wisdom in your series. Thanks, Squirrel! I've been wondering why my fuel consumption was so high when flying to and from islands on my Jurassic Park tour to the fake 5 deaths islands (Galapagos). The movies were filmed in Hawaii but I still wanted to start in Costa Rica and fly (south)west or even pick up Grant and Sattler in Montana. The menu gave me a HIGH radius of range with the fuel settings but I still struggled to get to my destinations, often having to land with a turned off engine, which was exciting in itself.. I had a clue that it must have to do with the fuel mixture but obviously had NO IDEA what to do here. Thanks again!

[@MmostlyRandom]

whilst trying to figure out mixture I gained an achievement, I leaned the engine so far that it shut down. luckily I was on final and had permission to land. I managed to glide that little bird down and got the deadstick achievement :) this is a very welcome tutorial I also got an achievement for an ILS landing and had no clue why, can you cover that at some point if you haven't already.

[@thecorporatepilotdad]

If that happens just put the mixture back in and it should start back up. I've done that in game a few times. Never in real life.

[@oecherclips2711]

Thank you very much. I was playing around with the mixture in my last bushflight due to being unable to fuel up at the airports. It works if you set a hotkey for fuel and repair. This knowledge gives me a lot more confidence adjusting the mixture.

[@sir-jj3552]

As Squirrel said re temp and the fuel cooling the cylinder heads may I add that the attitude of the aircraft affects cooling also. Those air intake holes in the cowl behind the propeller at different attitudes can reduce the effectiveness of the relative airflow over the engine like when climbing. You can also snap cool the engine in a power off decent and crack something like cold water on hot glass. I love this stuff... thanks Squirrel good tutorials

[@samirzp]

Could you please make a tutorial on the prop lever alongside with the mixture? These are great tutorials!

[@DEFkon001]

I do find myself missing the extra details you got from Simcoders Reality expansion Pack add on for X-plane's C-172. It really taught you about the mix and being gentle with the craft because it would track wear and tear on spark plugs, battery, tires, etc.. even without the virtual economy it would still spit out a cost log and you got sick of dropping hundreds of dollars to replace plugs every couple of flights... I really hope we get something like that FS2020.

[@DarkArtsAstrophotography]

Thank you for this. I've been following your tutorials so far and they've been great for helping me to fly better. Mixture had always been a bit of a mystery to me. I'm glad you covered this. I now understand!

[@ralfsenger3485]

I really enjoyed this tutorial! You explained without going too much into any theory but giving practical hints to assist the mixture ourselves, instead of using kind of a table or conversion rule.

[@DustyWall]

Thanks Squirrel! Now we need one on that little blue lever!

[@jeffreyc2074]

Yes I second this! This is a fantastic video on this topic and one with a blue lever aircraft would be fantastic!

[@jerrytracey6602]

Very clear demonstration that cleared up all my uncertainties on the topic. Thanks!

[@Titere05]

Thanks to you Squirrel, I won't be a complete dead weight when I begin my real-life flight lessons. Cheers to you mate, you've gained a subscriptor here

[@filipesiegrist]

Wow, I want to master the 152 before going to more advanced aircrafts and mixture handling is something that I indeed need to learn. Thank you very much for the tutorial. The only thing missing for me then will be Carburetor Heat.

[@rjc0234]

This and propeller pitch are the only two things i have never been able to figure out. I really appreciate this :D

[@phutureproof]

Honestly Ive just been setting mine to 50% just before take off and leaving it, be nice to know what I should be doing cheers for the upload fella

[@shadheon5917]

Yes!!!! He's back with the tutorials!!!!! Missed theme!

[@rs19147]

Honestly mate. Cheers for posting these. I haven't had a successful flight yet but I keep at it. Lots to take in on MFS but you make it that bit easier.

[@onlycheez1236]

We need more Mr. Squirell ! This series is phenomenal, please hook us with more, maybe how to get into some different planes, maybe airliners I feel so comfortable with the Cessna 152 from this series

[@scottishrebels]

You are an absolutely fantastic educator. I am learning so much from the series. Thank you for taking the time to do these. It is very much appreciated.

[@trapstoner]

I knew what mixture was but never knew how to use it properly. 🙏thank you fo the great tutorials as always!

[@Sailordude9980]

This is a win win scenario. Even if I decide to do something else, I learned something 😁

[@nathanberglas9722]

Hey, I'd really enjoy a tutorial about atc and ground clearance and stuff with the radio.

[@eisaatana96]

why do you need a tutorial for that?

[@juliet4093]

Jake Kennedy because it’s complicated and not exactly clear as to how to properly use it, like when you are meant to radio in

[@kennywood53]

@@juliet4093 See AviationPro's KZbin channel and his tutorials for Vatsim - covers this.

[@caelib8229]

This tutorial series is fantastic. I really appreciate you taking the time to put this together because it is extremely helpful. You're a very good teacher! Thank you! I hope you plan to continue the series diving into more topics, such as ILS, RNAV, etc.

[@glrogers67]

Thanks, I tried flying out of granby Colorado to Estes Park Colorado, and really struggled climbing the mountains! I will have to try that flight again knowing this. It will probably be a lot less stress full

[@holgerschmidt4750]

Thanks for those good explanations - it‘s guys like you who make the game playable for absolute beginners like me (as long a there‘s still a lack of a proper manual...)

[@sherrjo]

I love how they all start from Renton. When I get my joystick I'll have to watch EP 1 and 2 again :) Thanks SQRL.

[@RicingFX]

Beeing into Flightsim for over 10 years now, but never really got the grasp of leaning....Great Video, now I know that i was not that far off, but I never could answer, why I was leaning as I was

[@gamesofduster9817]

Thank you a lot of this tutorials... This helps me as a rookie a lot. I hope that you continu to make tutorials from flight simulator so I become from a rookie to captain.

[@Graybear78]

You answered a question I have always had. Thank you. Love this series.

[@aikidoshi007]

Thanks Paul, that's exactly what I was looking for, much appreciated. I've been using OnAir to run a small business out of Leeds (as close as I could get to Halifax) and most of the small airfields don't have fuel, so I keep running out. Getting this right might help with that, and help reduce engine damage, which does have a cost associated with it.

[@1414Kai]

oh my goodness :D this helped me so much, i was struggling over the alps, to gain altitude, or even keep it. My engines were struggling the whole time and i didnt even knew it! thanks so much

[@1414Kai]

btw with a plane, that should be able to fligh way higher, than i was going anyways. It really makes a huge difference

[@tonyhutson4761]

Great video and fantastic explanation!! Thank you!!! Loved going over both the 172 and 152!

[@robertinfanzon6187]

I just finished catching-up with your tutorials. Thank you for taking the time to show so many of us how to get started on MS Flight Sim 2020! Looking forward to continuing the subscription and learning how to get the most out of my new hobby.

[@andrewfleckenstein7599]

All of these videos are great, thanks for putting them together. It's helping me go from newbie flight simmer to seasoned Ace quickly!

[@therealfelix6612]

YES, this is the kind of stuff i need. You are the BEST!

[@greatkingrat]

Best Flight Sim Videos bar none. Happy subscriber. Wish there was an instant like option.

[@thedudeWG]

Love this series, mate! Keep 'em coming! As an old Rise of Flight and IL-2 Flying Circus veteran, I'd be quite keen on learning more about prop pitch, since I've never had any exposure to that challenge before. Cheers!

[@L28ET]

Could we get a tutorial on how to use IFR and deal with ATC with IFR. I’ve had no luck trying to figure it out myself

[@goooner1]

There were some great IFR tutorials in FS2004, IIRC, why they don’t have them in 2020 I’ve no idea. The in game tutorials are sorely lacking

[@thecorporatepilotdad]

I've made videos on IFR approaches in various airplanes that you might be interested in. I haven't done any with ATC because ATC in FS2020 is not realistic at all.

[@kennywood53]

Would like to suggest you check AviationPro's KZbin channel for his tutorials - the one you are asking about relates to use on Vatsim network, but applicable.

[@flybabyw6550]

To lean properly without an engine monitor, pull the mixture control out until yo start to get an RPM drop on the tach, then push the mixture back in slightly and slowly until the RPM returns to the prior level. Your mixture is set. Your EGT when installed should be off the hottest cylinder and when you lean properly using RPM it will almost always when you are first established in cruise before you lean, match the original set EGT gauge.

[@tejasmathad1247]

this is exactly why i love squirrel's videos, well i like to understand "Why?" behind all the questions i have when i learn something new, and he does it, idk if you'll read this but, please keep doing what you do, really f'in appriciate it, Thanks @Squirrel, love from india

[@sloppydog4831]

Great video Squirrel. Being an experienced pilot, it was good to review some of the basic concepts in this subject.

[@stevekelman4460]

Thank you! So clearly explained! That's what you want - clear and easy! Thank you!

[@dangerously72]

Click 'auto mixture' in settings....good to go. j/k. Thanks for the great videos Squirrel! You do great justice to MSFS and all the other games you cover. Keep up the great work.

[@lcmortensen]

Or fly in the Diamond DA40NG - it's a "diesel" (compression-ignition) engine meaning you don't have to worry about the mixture.

[@EddyVegas]

The only thing you have not talked about in the Cessna 152 are the VOR's. Please explain how they could be useful. I really want to feel like I understand everything on that dashboard. This tutorial series has been insanely interesting and informative. I learned so much. Thank you.

[@nicolatogni4996]

Thank you Squirrel! Microsoft should really add your tutorial playlist to the game!

[@shaunjackson6366]

I'm really enjoying these videos - it is teaching me a lot and making the flight sim experience more fun knowing that i am (attempting) to do things properly

[@purpleplainssimtimeuk1246]

You can bind a key to 'best mixture' option in the keyboard commands...I then programmed it into voice attack ...gives you the exact mixture setting for your altitude...very quick and precise...

[@david.godlewski]

This series is so great. Love your teaching style.

[@darreno1450]

Great video. Always wanted to understand when and how to play around with the mixture.

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Another fantastic tutorial. I never fully understood the whole mixture thing. Now I can do a better job of engine management.

[@zengrath]

Amazing video as usual, i actually had a good instinct of what the mixture was and how it worked but hearing the detailed explanation and how to dial it in was still very entertaining and helped reinforce my "guess" as to what it is used for. At least now if it ever comes up in conversation i could actually sound like i may know what i'm talking about, haha.

[@WhiskeyHunterVAT69]

okay this one I understand. My headache went away. LoL Ty for the VOD. 🥃🥃

[@raymondgoubet]

Very useful video, thank you. From 7:34 , the fuel flow went down from 12 to ~11.3 (watch from 7:38).

[@trueflamexp7297]

Great explanation with examples. 10/10.

[@darrsil]

Thank you for this - in the next tutorial please cover throttle vs. pitch for those airplanes that have both settings!

[@jonasspychalski7197]

These tutorials brought me to your channel and it is really amazing man. Keep it up! Love your content, so helpful!

[@MatthewJohnCrittenden]

Bloody marvelous series!

[@pdft40cal]

Great video. Excellent explanation of concept. Thank you for creating it.

[@gege212011]

A good pilot love to learn all days. Virtual enjoyable pilot love also to learn what you teach us. Always something very interesting things to learn even for confirmed vitual pilots. Thank you so much for your effort keeping the flight community to very good point of interest. Greating from France. 😘

[@TheAviator_Channel]

Thanks. I’m a little rusty on vors and ndbs if you don’t mind doing a tutorial about that I will greatly appreciate it.

[@marxtoro]

Thank you for the tutorials man. I have learned so much with you. I would love a tutorial on navigation with ILS and how to select this on the flight plan. Don’t forget about your FS community 😊

[@lesscoRyden]

The mixture is important for internal combustion engines mainly due to timing. If you think about the valves that open and close to allow mixture in and exhaust out are mechanical. they happen when they happen due to mechanical timings that cannot be changed.. at least mid flight. So the amount of fuel you want in the cylinder is the amount of fuel that can be burnt in the amount of time between intake valve closing and exhaust valve opening. when your mixture is too rich, the explosion is still happening as the exhaust valve opens allowing all the built up power to just escape out the exhaust while also due to the prolonged explosion period it slows the piston down as it tries to come back up to start the cycle again...basically making the engine run rougher.

[@MuffinTM]

this makes learning to play a flight sim properly not boring

[@gregwiegand]

Hi , I just completed the tutorials and as a beginner to flight sim and flying in general, your tutorials have been great! It's been several years now, just wondering if you were planning on adding to the list or if these have not drawn enough views to continue. Thanks!

[@nhoover]

This is super useful! THANKS so much. Like others, I would LOVE to see a tutorial like this but for variable pitch props.

[@123vuksi3]

These tutorials are soo helpful, thank you for making them!

[@JamesPery]

Honestly I’m just going to fly the 172 for several weeks. Everything else is too complicated at this point.

[@ClintThrust-e8r]

I'm flying the tbm 930. The 930s just as easy except it has POWER. :)

[@JamesPery]

Exile 1 I’ll give it a spin and see. Thanks 🙏

[@soejrd24978]

The Icon A5 is a real simple aircraft too

[@nicolassalischiker3924]

The TBM's g3000 works the same way as the 172's g1000, except I actually like it more because there's a touchscreen with a keypad that you can use to program a flight, instead of using the knobs on the g1000. Just follow the checklist and you can google takeoff and landing speeds and best climb speed. Also, know there is a bug which causes the ITT to be too hot on startup, so instead of idling it bring up the throttle to about 5%

[@yannisl8259]

@@ClintThrust-e8r I thought you were the same guy because of the profile picture

[@MrPeterdeniet]

Actually the sea level is not just at the end of the runway. That body of water is Lake Washington, which is about 15 to 20 feet above sea level, which is just outside Chittenden Locks in Ballard.

[@patrickchovanec3851]

Please do a tutorial on using the "blue knob" for a variable pitch propeller. Not so much the theory - there are plenty of videos on that - but how you actually use it, alongside the throttle, in a typical flight from take-off to cruise to landing.

[@kottelettchen389]

This was so helpful! PLEASE do a follow-up on turboprops, if possibly in the C208 Grand Caravan, where you can change the blade pitch manually. That would be awesome. Thanks!

[@austinjeffris38]

Do a better VFR nav tutorial! I know how to do all of this but your videos are too good! How do you plot a VFR course also?

[@breytac]

Great tutorial as always. Looking forward to more.

[@jonjondavidoff6477]

Can you please do a tutorial about transition to jets and about advanced auto pilot, and how to build a flight plan and insert it to fs2020

[@ravenwda007]

Thank you for these tutorials :) i'm enjoying them and will remember when I start playing and eventually buy a HOTAS.

[@SpcmnSpf22]

Another awesome tutorial. I'd love one about rudder control. I get how it's used on the ground. But it induces roll in the air that I'm not used to from my non-sim flying. Would love to learn why and also when to use rudder.

[@ThomasGrillo]

Really enjoyed the tutorial. Being legally blind, it was most helpful when you zoomed way in on the instruments in question. Thanks for doing that. :)

[@junenilsenbakke5722]

Please do more tutorials, expecially on g1000 and flight planning. Your tutorials are outstanding!

[@adritch]

This is a great video, cheers. The sim would be so much better if they included this kind of information. Never though much about mixture control (knew I was missing something) But flying the Robin DR400 I could not climb above 6500ft without stalling. Leaned out to 40% and RMP increased 300. Really could not fly the plane without leaning out.

[@Astlaus]

Thanks, that was very informative. BTW, does the Automixture setting do anything? I have it on and the mixture is always 100% if I don't touch the mixture control.

[@zOMGREI]

Yes, the game basically stops simulating mixture entirely when you turn automix on, which is why the knob doesn't move.