To intercept or no?

I'm coming up on hangar 11, and thinking about the f14 so I can have an interceptor handy. But, my play style is that I like to go long range at the start, then get in and mix it up. I'm debating on whether the 14 is compatible with that. I've avoided the 111 because there's no way it could do that, despite having a little maneuverability. The heat seekers and cannons on the 14 makes me think it might. But... Interceptor. I'm wondering if I just skip that class all together and stick with light-heavy fighters. I love the adv, so I'm starting to think that it might be sufficient. At the same time, more tools int the toolbox doesn't hurt.