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From: mbin@amsaa-seer.brl.mil (Mary Binseel)
Newsgroups: sci.military
Subject: Re: Piece of Cake
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Date: 17 Jul 90 03:18:44 GMT
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From: Mary Binseel <mbin@amsaa-seer.brl.mil>

I have watched this series so far, and it is very good.  As long as we're
on the subject, I have a question about one of the procedures used by the
pilots in the show.  Before takeoff or landing, they always open the
canopy.  What is the reason for this?  Is it to facilitate escape/rescue
in case of emergency?

Thanks.    MaryB