Up at the Boscombe Down Aircraft Collection they are restoring a T7.
As a Member I can look closely at what is going on and whilst talking to some of the engineering team had a look at the 2 seats.
Ejector Seats? No.
Something modern and sophisticated? No
They are exactly the same seats as used in the late model Hawker Hurricane!
Standing inside the canopy the frames are massive, the glass area is only about 60%. Given that blown clear canopies were common by the late 40s what were they thinking?
For a trainer a good view out would be good.
Anyway, I'll take photos as this restoration continues and if anyone has a specific request, just ask.
The airframe will be finished as on of the T7s used at Boscombe Down and will sit as an outside exhibit, along with the Hunter and JP.