Can i just point out that you need more practive with an LF Virus it seems like to me.
I got the sheild down on a Manta in my Chimeara, and whats more, i got it down before he got mine down (he promtly Nova'd me). Not that he isnt a good pilot, he beats me all the time in my Manta. Its just that i get enough distance to turn before he gets in range. You cant just circle a target in your LF and expect to out-turn your enemy. You gotta use tactics, not just the thruster button (which increases turning circle of your fighter)
Is the LF your useing a Scimatar?
May have come across as being in a harsh tone of voice, please dont view it that way.
I still agree though that they need nerfing (have you ever flown your LF against a Viper?).
EDIT: wow late post xD
That Viper hitboxes are wierd. Didnt i see this in the 4.80 one of these threads?
I think i did but im not sure :P