Think about that a bit more.

Limiting a pilot from taking off has at least 2 issues.
First: What if he or she is playing and paying by the hour. (long distance calls or our Euro friends)
Second: There are only 2 fields left. And you just got vulched at both. 3 Minutes is an eternity.
Defensive strategy cant be played in these kinds of arenas, unless you are doing a scenario-type of game play. Right now, it is usually a few trying to save a field. That is pretty close to real life. Maybe NOT allowing them a transfer TO the base being mobbed, may be a solution. Say fuel or ammo restricts their entry. That is in place now. Hope you can see it from the bigger picture, but keep the thought process going!

KKEN