Stock is very unrealistic, not only in planes but where they spawn.
I use RSRD and have little problems with planes, some patrols I never see them. However, many still complain of too many planes. Certainly during battle campaigns RSRD has lots of planes, just try the Solomons in 42. You want to partake of it, got to accept the fact planes show up historically.
Airbases are different, but you learn them over time. Each spawn different types, some long range, some short, floatplane bases, etc. With RSRD a small hourglass black icon will pop up showing you the airfield and that you're in range.
Learn the JP carrier aircraft, that way you'll know if a carrier is near.
Stock isn't as bad, but with mods often a lot of US planes in the air.
I've seen US and JP airplanes shoot each other. They don't give chase, but will shoot in passing or often in battles they get intermixed why attacking ships. Using tactics knowing when to get spotted, you can see some heavy plane action.
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