Wow, this is great info.
One question: What happens if you try to put something on a hardpoint that doesn't belong there (i.e. Mavericks on the ECM Pylon)?
One (other) question: In addition to adding a new loadout to the Static file to make it appear in the Ground Crew/Rearm menu, do you also have to add it to the Dynamic file so that it is visible in the Mission Editor/Planner?