I'd lay odds Lazs will be back once the new game hits prime time, even if just temporarily. A fantastic FM2 pilot that was like a Midway that didn't climb above about 2 thousand feet, and without the internet persona as well of course. Never saw him run from a fight, hence the Midway ref, which was Mids one redeeming quality.
I'm going to start flying tomorrow night again after about 4 or 5 months off. Maybe it's been 6 or more, I can't remember, I didn't cancel the account and left it going, but just haven't been able until now. I've never had or made any complaints here about the game, and look forward to coming back, it's always fun, and always more fun with more people.