engine management

[BadAim]

I reduce throttle (of course) but leave pitch up in case I need full power quickly.

[Jughead]

I have actually become pretty good and slaming on the breaks down low to get some one off my tail online. I hit the prop pitch first but mainly because I have it set up on my joystick and only have to move my thumb a little, I have to get my hand to the throttle to reduce it and it is also on the joystick. I also throw full rudder of course and drop full flaps if I'm desperate. I love seeing them react too late and trying anything not to pass me. It doesn't work on good really good pilots though. It is a very easy trap to escape if you know what your doing.

[revi]

"I also throw full rudder of course and drop full flaps if I'm desperate"

is this to slow you down even more?

[Jughead]

Originally Posted by revi

"I also throw full rudder of course and drop full flaps if I'm desperate"

is this to slow you down even more?

Yes, but your altitude must be very low too which is a very dangerous combination. The enemy must be right on your six and gaining. Then it becomes a contest of who can keep out of the stall without loosing control. If the pilot is good your dead. If not you may get a chance to take him out when he passes. Alot of times though they will stall and hit the ground. It saves your butt, only you don't get the kill.