The R2Y2 series should be moved from 8.0 BR to 7.3 or 7.7 (at least 7.7) due to its outdated performance compared to modern opponents. At 8.0, it frequently faces jets up to 9.0 with jets like the MiG-17 and F3H-2, which outclass it in speed, maneuverability, and energy retention, even at its current 8.0 BR, its always fighting alongside and against base Sabres and MiG-15s. Without airbrakes or good energy retention, the R2Y2 is easily forced into unfavorable engagements.
While armed with four 30mm cannons, it struggles to catch anything with its low speed, making air combat difficult. As a jet bomber, it also lacks payload flexibility, limiting its usefulness in Ground RB. When compared to jets at 7.3 or 7.7, such as the F-80C-10, its performance is more in line with this lower bracket.
Lowering the R2Y2’s BR would provide a fairer experience without making it overpowered, ensuring it faces more balanced opponents and remains viable.
I personally feel 7.3 might be a little too low, so I’m mainly advocating for 7.7, it doesn’t have air spawn, so it really has no reason to be at 8.0, I hope that my reasoning is noticed and understood, please, and thank you.