In a way, either argument is valid. However, as I cannot make a decision upon the matter, I'll be happy with this one. That's a superb rendering, by the way...
By the way, after a quick analysis of the drawing I have on file, I have to disagree with the judgement that a pilot would be unable to fit into the cockpit. Rough estimations of size of the cockpit (given that the ship is 11.2 meters in length as is stated to be canon) lead me to conclude that the width of the base of the canopy is close to a meter, perhaps a little less. Cramped for a fighter, yes, but not impossible. I assume the Bf-109 would be worse... and that was real! I'll enclose the drawing just to be safe. Note that due to a lack of accurate measurement tools scaling via paper was performed; initial sizing reports might be a little off...
-Thaeris
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