It's a part of what makes FT so engaging, though it certainly limits most players to squadron-sized fleets
I recall this from back when I had a way-too-big NSL fleet, that they needed a way to plot bigger formations.
Other than that, I always enjoyed the game - just wished for more "business minded" support like a proper retailed game, and some balance issues fixed (looks at Kra'Vak).
I checked out the Light Rules, and while they seem an improvement, I didn't see a link to where the Light-style fleet lists might be. Anyone know if that exists?