Using Ships to defend a planet?

[Ulf]

Questions about Field Fighters...
I couldn't find this with a search.

Do I have to build a Fleet and "Station" it at my Homeworld for my Field Fighters to defend the planet?

I know Field Fighters are the only defense against "Pirate" raids, do they defend against Scouts and Transports as well?

Thanks

[sin_zaek]

ALL ships (including field fighters, transport ships, etc) that are present on a planet participate in a battle if someone attacks you... you don't have to organise a fleet as in other games...

[Ulf]

Thanks