Auto-takeoff still requires the pilot to power-up the engine. Once you have increased throttle to full power, don't touch the stick. Your plane will then take off, raise the gear and assume a climb angle at the best climb speed for that type.
Once you have about 1,000 feet between you and the ground, take control by moving the stick in any axis, or input some rudder. This turns off the auto-takeoff feature and you will now be flying the airplane.
From there, having some previous experience, you should be ok.
When it comes time to land, reduce your speed to below 150 mph or the gear will not come down. Use flaps for landing or you will find that you will touch down too hot. Most fighters land best in the 3-point attitude. Once the wheels settle onto the runway, ease your stick back at least half way to lock the tail wheel and apply brakes evenly, then raise the flaps.
On-ground taxi and turning can be done via rudder and brake input, adding power as required. Watch your taxi speed, some aircraft have narrow tracks and are prone to digging in wingtips or simple ground-loops.
If you wish to refuel or re-arm, there is a re-arm pad at the end of each runway alongside some small out-building. It is marked by a large yellow circle. Stop on the pad and the aircraft will refuel and re-arm within 30 seconds. This pad does not repair battle damage.
My regards,
Widewing
