Russ Gannon;
I like your definitions of a combat, "Attack, dog fight and dispersal." Captain
René Fonck and Captain E.V.Rickenbacker were exponenents of Attack and dispersal. Niether believe it was wise to engage in a dog fight. In the words of Captain E.V.Rickenbacker, when asked if he engaged in dogfights, he said, "No, the German might be a better pilot!" Hit and run, you live longer.
Slightly blue skies,
Dan-San