Microsoft Flight Simulator is a complex simulation with various controls and features. Here’s a cheat sheet covering some common controls and actions:
Basic Flight Controls
- Pitch Control:
- Pull back on the joystick to pitch up, push forward to pitch down.
- Roll Control:
- Move the joystick left or right to roll the aircraft.
- Yaw Control:
- Twist the joystick (if equipped) or use rudder pedals for yaw control.
- Throttle Control:
- Increase or decrease engine thrust with the throttle control.
Cockpit Views
- Toggle Cockpit View:
- Press ‘C’ to cycle through different cockpit views.
- External Views:
- Use the number keys (1-9) to switch to external camera views.
Camera Controls
- Toggle Drone Camera:
- Press ‘Insert’ to activate the drone camera for external views.
- Camera Zoom:
- Scroll the mouse wheel or use the zoom control to adjust camera distance.
Autopilot
- Toggle Autopilot:
- Press ‘Z’ to toggle autopilot on/off.
- Autopilot Heading:
- Set desired heading with the autopilot heading control.
- Autopilot Altitude:
- Set desired altitude with the autopilot altitude control.
Navigation
- Toggle GPS/Nav Display:
- Press ‘FMS’ to toggle the GPS/Nav display.
- Waypoint Navigation:
- Use the GPS/Nav display to set and follow waypoints.
Aircraft Systems
- Engine Start/Stop:
- Follow the specific aircraft checklist for starting and stopping engines.
- Landing Gear Toggle:
- Press ‘G’ to toggle landing gear up/down.
- Flaps Control:
- Adjust flaps using the assigned control or keyboard shortcuts.
Miscellaneous
- Pause/Unpause Simulation:
- Press ‘P’ to pause/unpause the simulation.
- Reset Flight:
- Press ‘Ctrl + ;’ to reset the flight to the starting location.
- Brake Controls:
- Assign controls for parking brake and wheel brakes.
- Toggle Lights:
- Press ‘L’ to toggle aircraft lights.
Weather and Time
- Change Weather:
- Use the weather panel to customize weather conditions.
- Change Time:
- Use the time panel to set the time of day.
Flight Planning
- Open World Map:
- Press ‘V’ to open the world map for flight planning.
- Set Departure and Arrival:
- Click on the map to set departure and arrival points.
ATC (Air Traffic Control)
- Toggle ATC Window:
- Press ‘ATC’ to open/close the ATC window.
- Communicate with ATC:
- Follow on-screen prompts to communicate with ATC.
Remember, these controls are based on default settings, and you may customize controls according to your preference. For more detailed information, consult the in-game controls menu or refer to the specific aircraft’s checklist for accurate procedures. Additionally, updates and changes may occur, so it’s advisable to check the latest documentation or community resources for the most accurate information.