More robust track file function and features

[Roosterfeet]

I recently discovered a use for track files. I did something dumb in the middle of a mission that brought it to a premature conclusion and I really wanted to see it through to the end but did not want to refly the whole thing. So it occurred to me to save the track. I time accelerated the track to just before my unfortunate incident, took control, and finished the mission. This made me very happy.

Track files could be a fantastic way to implement a mid mission save or rewind feature, they just need to be more reliable, easier and/or faster to fast forward through, and if they could be rewound, that would be ideal. 

[Exorcet]

I completely agree with you, but you should know there are other ways to continue flying after a mishap. One is the jump into plane function, by default R Alt + J. If you're looking at a friendly flyable plane, this will let you take control of it. This includes your wingmen. If you get shot down mid mission, you can take over another plane and continue.