I am not finding a problem with combat, and I don't think it's any less exciting.

Ohhh... 
my mistake

I feel as though this would make the game less fun, ending a com mission instantly, before the other side has a chance to attack, with 99% certainty of hitting.

It would just be to easy, it would take away from the cool experimentation one must do with the new update

#no death rays   like i've never had them

Awesome,   I have been working on a mothership with hanger bays for some time now.

looks like it will pay off

Looks like SOS missions became a lot better income source

You guys attacked me.  I hope you are prepared to get shot at by me