Get out?
Can you actually get out of a RV-8 without a jettison capable canopy? I understand that in the proper circumstance that one could be very motivated but, depending on the flight characteristics at the time, it would seem to limit your ability to get the canopy open enough to egress. I experimented once with my canopy unlocked (......ok, I forgot to latch it and thought that I would take advantage of the situation to test it). It opens and stays open just a few inches and very difficult to move forward or aft based on my very limited experience.
I had a Softie but sold it based partially on this trial.
Thanks for any ideas. I would like to get another one if I restart formation flying.
John
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