Happened here about 10 or more years ago, a guy fell from a C152 Aerobat. Ever tried getting out of an Aerobat harness in a hurry? Turns out it was suicide. Sounds like this is a similar sort of event. As was asked, just how do you prise open a 172 door in flight and leap out? An aerobat I can understand, just pull the emergency release. <img src="frown.gif" border="0">