Fuel-cock is in "open" position instead of "closed" when starting with external tank.

[D4n]

As you can see in this mission file, fuel-cock is in "on" instead of "off". (should be "off", as otherwise the fueltank will empty into the drop-tank, as has been pointed out in this post.)

SpitfireTorpedoFuelTank.miz

[Dagger71]

Autostart is a script that runs assuming no payload attached to help those learning the aircraft. It is not a dynamic script that changes depending on payload. It is a learning tool.

 

A good pilot will always use his checklist prior to taxi to ensure all procedures have been followed.

[71st_AH Rob]

If you have it mapped to your HOTAS it will be start in the position of your switches unless you un-check the option "synchronize with HOTAS at start"

[D4n]

If you have it mapped to your HOTAS it will be start in the position of your switches unless you un-check the option "synchronize with HOTAS at start"

I have that setting disabled...