What is the point of putting the mixture down at higher density altitudes

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why do pilots put the mixture down at higher density altitudes if they want more thrust to get off the ground?

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It improves fuel efficiency and sometimes power. More info here:

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Thanks, I wouldve never guessed that! I know that they start leaning above 4,000ft density altitude

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