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Old 3rd Nov 2019, 05:11
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Machinbird
 
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Unfortunately, No Kick in the Pants Available

When the OV-1 came out, they were equipped with the Martin Baker MkJ5B ejection seats, which were a pretty reliable seat to be riding in. Unfortunately, Martin Baker is no longer supplying the life limited life Pyrotechnics for these seats, so it is almost certain that the seats in this aircraft were disarmed. There would be no bailout from this type of aircraft with those big props right next to the cockpit.
I believe I talked to this pilot at one of the Oshkosh airshows. I definitely remember seeing the aircraft there. A sad loss from the aviation scene.
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