[Mobhack]

The RF should only be checked in any strafing runs where the target is seen (a to-hit %age score is given on the info line at the top of the screen).

If the plane does an area fire because it has not spotted anything then normal area fire rules apply (R/F is ignored). Ignore any such sample runs. R/F is ignored for area fires - but will be used for a direct bomb drop, but as that is at 0 hex range its unlikely to make much difference.

Planes fire at 2 pre-determined cannon/rocket points (~12 and 6 hexes?) - making RF greater than ~12 moot, most likely. Direct aimed bombs are dropped at 0 hexes.

However Laser R/F (20+) only has a 2-stage shot ladder, not 3 as with all other direct fire (except missiles which are special). That may make some difference over a few test runs.

Also - you may want to check out the F/C ratings as well (needs a moving test target). Again, at such short ranges fixed wing planes may not benefit that much for larger numbers than say 15(?).

Cheers
Andy