Hello!
It would be very convenient if there was a gradation would be introduced in Starfighter.
It is no secret , that the first impression is based on the first experience. And what do we see?
Newbie comes to introduce in StarFighter - dies with the first shot a dozen times and never comes because the meaning of play, when you've got no chance there.
For the separation of the clusters on the players need to use the level, the number of fights, and possibly the number of pumped starships. ect
Play will be nicer and the first battle, players will be tightened in the exciting space battles deeper.
Take the example of a successful game mechanics World of Tanks.
Thank you for your attention, and be with you for the dark side of the force!