Why do I spin around in multiplayer?

[Peener]

So, I've tried to take off in full realism and have a few questions:
1) Why does the plane spin around slowly while on the ground? Is this wind blowing the plane in a circle? This is before the engine is turned on.

2) I can get the engine started with complex engine management, (using tutorials from youtube) but I can't seem to get off the ground but by more than a few feet. Ultimately a wing-tip will catch the ground and it's all over. Any pointers here?

3) what engine management changes should be made from once you've taken off and are in the air? I'm assuming the settings for the engine and flaps should be different once airborne. I know you should raise gear and flaps, but are there any tips/forums/websites to get educated in this?

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