1v1 will never be balanced enough between two different ship classes. I don't think we should waste too much energy on it. Sometimes it's just going to be A-10 vs F-16

It's like asking to do a "Balance Pass" on the A-10 vs the F-16. They are different vehicles for different roles and both have great strengths in certain areas, but in a 1v1, all other things being equal, it's clear who will win.

However, in a theoretical team fight, an F-16 will love to have an A-10 around so the F-16 can kite a target in front of it's BRRRRT for a teamwork kill assist.

If anyone of you say the A-10 wins a 1v1, you are the Aviation version of a Katana-obsessed weeb.

Because everything needs to be clarified: This discussion is about combat focused fighter craft in particular. Gladius vs Vanguard debate.