UPDATE!
https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B2r...1ZmY3&hl=en_GB
Now, the automatic formation builder is functional, as is the Ship Info dialogue box.
Press I when you have a ship selected to edit its info. You can change its name, notes etc.
But the more interesting feature is picking a number for the formation, and clicking apply - the fleet will be built automatically, flying in a wedge/pyramid after the leader-ship.
Do not edit the formation type number yet, only the fleet size, because right now only one formation is supported.