I've written an article about my experiences from my first Legion tournament which occurred over the weekend!
I had an absolute blast and hope you enjoy the article.
Cheers!
https://intelsweep.wordpress.com/2018/04/11/rebellions-are-built-on-hope/
I came to the same conclusion you did on the T-47 weapon upgrades... and have left them at home!
But unlike you, I have used Wedge in every game I have fielded him, along with Long-Range Comlinks. And I love them both!
The ability to fly right over and flip around behind an enemy has been really awesome. And lends itself well for being able to drop in behind a unit and deny them their cover bonus.
All in all the T-47 has been awesome to take out those problem units on the flanks f