https://bugs.winehq.org/show_bug.cgi?id=46072
--- Comment #4 from Tom B tom@r.je --- Yes, it happens in the demo exactly the same way.
For testing purposes, I've uploaded a save game file for the demo which allows you to test this without waiting through a bunch of unskippable cutscenes and having to complete the first mission.
To test: Exit the base using the "Launch to space" button then fly towards the planet in the distance, don't dock with the "trade lane", (rings) just fly down them . Press Ctrl+W to increase your speed.
To change your resolution edit the file %PREFIX%/drive_c/users/%USERNAME%/My Documents/My Games/Freelancer Trial/PerfOptions.ini and set the width/height/colour depth at the bottom. Note: Widescreen resolutions work but mess up the HUD, doesn't matter for testing purposes only that the "Launch to space" button is mostly off the top of the screen, though you can still see and press it.