I always thought the Tam system was a little limited considering the abilities we could have if someone done it right, much like your suggestions YHR. I have been actively looking for a good IR combat system, thanks YHR for this find. Did you check out this system? http://www.rcmodels.org/csm/Airwars.htm
I like the post combat abilities to do reporting, this system looks very promising. If you have ever checked into what the RC Warship combat guys are doing you'll find they are very organized and have a national event, perhaps one day the tankers will be able to do the same.