My mod will fix all those problems except the part about the AI moving your ships around aimlessly. I can't seem to figure that one out. Must be hardcoded as far as I can tell. But as long as you don't miss too many turns in a row you can mother-hen all your chicks back where you want them without too much trouble, unless you have them camped near a minefield. DOH!
[This message has been edited by geoschmo (edited 17 October 2001).]