Oolite Bulletins

Wow, you guys are great! I sure didn't expect such a quick response and from so many. Yes, I do need to get the Military laser mounted on the front of my puny ship and keep the beem laser aft. I love this game and am glad I finally found it again.

I played Elite when it first came out (yes I am 60 years old), and seem to remember being able to lock your lasers onto a target in your forward view and firing at long distances. Is this possible with Oolite or am I just dreaming?