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The Martin-Baker Mk-18 seat can be installed down F-16 legacy rails in 20 minutes by two people without a crane or taking the canopy off. That’s actually documented by USAF officials. Also, MBA’s modular seat has been in service with the USAF for years, and was developed at Martin-Baker expense. UTAS could only complete modular seat development via Congressional earmarks and a sole source B-2 contract.