Hey, thanks for your input.
Pre-fit is level one where the concentration is on your Personal training skills as well as your tactical acumen. Given an even arena, which pilot would emerge as a consistent winner is the aim.
All of what what you say is true, thus there are a further 2 levels. These are designed to extend piloting expertise in fitting, skilling and fighting.
Perhaps the biggest aspect is to create a cost-effective means of fighting for anyone. Yes, get out of a Bantam when ready but know that the arena is not even when you do.
There is scope for gangs and such-like where survival is key - there are no real limits except for the ship.
It would be fun to see a swarm of bantams in full fight mode!