Can anybody help me. When I load the sim my engines are always running and I would like it to start up without engines running. I have tried shutting everything down and then saving the flight and making it the default flight but no joy, next time I fly engines are always running? any help appreciated.

Start with the default Cessna, shut down the A/C, and save as the default flight. If you start with another A/C, it should be cold and dark.Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like -M.Twain