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Also relevant: how many pilots would not have gotten into the cockpit without the illusion of control given by an ejection seat? The ejection seat creates the

Also relevant: how many pilots would not have gotten into the cockpit without the illusion of control given by an ejection seat? The ejection seat creates the illusion that even if everything goes pear-shaped, you'll have a chance to survive. The real-life cost was often gruesome (see John McCain's stay in the Hanoi Hilton), but it gave pilots at least a chance. If no pilots would get into the cockpit without ejector seats, they were worth it.

HeyLaughingBoy 16y ago
Based on the (admittedly small sample) naval and Marine aviators I've known, the ability to eject is not a factor. These guys simply expect that they're better than everyone else in the air and can never be shot down. I think you pretty much need that attitude to be able to do the job.