You start the game with no production facilities, so obtaining them is your first priority. You need to seize the neutral production facilities in the island north of your starting position. Resource facilities are not such a high priority, because you have a $5000 cash starting bonus. But conserve your aircraft carefully, as you will not be able to replace them until late in the mission (the only Air Control is far to the north). Withdraw damaged aircraft to safe areas in the far southeast and repair them with your ample cash. Denying the Air Control to the enemy is important (more important than taking it yourself).