Introduction
If your iniBuilds aircraft throttle is jumping to TOGA mode or reverse thrust is not engaging as expected, the cause is usually related to controller calibration, throttle mapping, or sensitivity settings. This guide will help you check the most common causes and apply practical fixes in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Issue description
This issue can happen when the throttle axis is not calibrated correctly, when the throttle range is too sensitive, or when the simulator is receiving conflicting inputs from more than one device. In some cases, aircraft-specific configuration or hardware behaviour can also affect how the throttle detents are detected.
Signs
The throttle jumps into TOGA mode when you move it forward.
Reverse thrust does not engage when you move the throttle into the reverse range.
Throttle movement feels too sensitive or inconsistent in the aircraft.
The aircraft responds differently depending on the controller or device used.
Basic troubleshooting steps
Before changing any aircraft files, work through these checks first.
Confirm your throttle axis is mapped correctly in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Check for duplicate bindings on the same axis or buttons.
Recalibrate your joystick, throttle quadrant, or gamepad in your operating system or device software.
Review dead zones and sensitivity settings for the throttle axis.
Test with only one controller connected to rule out input conflicts.
Make sure you are using the correct throttle mode for your hardware and aircraft setup.
Advanced troubleshooting steps
Step 1: Recalibrate your throttle hardware
Use your controller software, Windows calibration tools, or hardware utility to recalibrate the throttle axis. After recalibration, recheck the full range from idle to TOGA and then into reverse, if your hardware supports it.
Step 2: Adjust sensitivity and dead zones
Reduce sensitivity if the throttle input is too aggressive. If your hardware is noisy around idle or detent positions, add a small dead zone so the simulator does not interpret tiny movements as a large throttle change.
Step 3: Check aircraft-specific configuration
If the issue continues only in an iniBuilds aircraft, review the aircraft configuration files or any custom control setup provided with the product. Do not edit files unless you are comfortable doing so, and always keep a backup before making changes.
Step 4: Test with a different device
Try another joystick, throttle quadrant, or gamepad to see whether the issue is caused by the aircraft or by the original controller hardware.
Tips and best practices
Keep only one throttle input assigned unless you specifically need multiple devices.
Save a backup of any configuration files before changing them.
Make small changes one at a time so you can identify what fixed the issue.
If you use third-party hardware software, check for firmware or driver updates.
Contact support
If the problem persists after calibration and sensitivity checks, contact iniBuilds Support with the following details:
The iniBuilds aircraft name and version
Your simulator version
The controller or throttle hardware you are using
A clear description of what happens when you move the throttle
Screenshots or a short video if possible
Additional information
If you are using iniManager, make sure your aircraft is up to date before troubleshooting further. If you still need help, our support team may ask you to confirm your control bindings or provide additional information so we can investigate properly.
Conclusion
Throttle sensitivity issues are usually caused by calibration, bindings, or controller settings rather than the aircraft itself. By checking your mappings, recalibrating your hardware, and testing sensitivity settings, you can usually restore normal TOGA and reverse thrust behaviour. If you still need assistance, iniBuilds Support is here to help.