BF-109 Prop Pitch Lever

[VO101_Tom]

Originally Posted by binky9

I have always had problems flying formation, going too fast or too slow, and I am now wondering if maybe the secret is to adjust the prop pitch, instead of the throttle. Using the prop as a brake and to make small adjustments in speed.

Does that sound right to anyone? If not, what is the secret to staying in formation?

binky9

No. The function of prop-pitch to keep the engine rpm in its limits. Anyway, the accelerating - decelerating effect much slower, than engine throttle.

Stay calm in formation flying. Move the stick and the throttle gently, and wait for its effect (and give a thought to it, that what you do, the effect will be little late).