Unfortunately the damage model of planes, compared to other means of vehicles is primitive.
We have only the HULL, while other vehicles, have a more detailed damage model. Player would like to see a more detailed damage model for all planes in the game. For example: RIGHT/LEFT WING, RIGHT/LEFT ENGINE, FUEL TANK and WEAPONS SYSTEMS. Each damaged item could have a negative influence on the aerodynamic characteristics and the attacking capabilities of the aircraft.
Such opportunities could open up amazing simulation for the player and to equate all planes to the Helicopters Advanced Flight Models.