1: - Do not always fly straight in direct to the encoming enemy - your initial flight path should be determined by climb speed and alt performance - you do not want to be in a slow climber and flying straight in - you will be an easy target - try flying adjacent to the anticipated enemy flight path instead.
2: - Do not prioritise the first aircraft you see - often the enemy uses them as bait - you are guaranteed to lose the match if you and 3 others go after the first bomber you see - only 1 of you can get the kill and the enemy fighters are coming for you.
3: - work your defensive manoeuvres - Just because the enemy forces a headon, it does not mean you should take it, try to evade and either escape or maneuver into a better position.
4: - prioritise killing enemy fighters above all.
5: - always be looking to cover friendly fighters that you deem worthy.
6: - use your fighter as per it’s altitude preference - If you have a high alt fighter - make sure you do not engage until you have your required altitude.
7: - ALWAYS have a dedicated crew that flies aircraft - you can quickly accumulate crew points to max out the crew - after all - you dont get respawns so you only need 1 crew until you decide otherwise.
Will add a few more in time.