I decided to build my model with the canopy in the closed position. Due to the very small windows, most of the internal detail will not be seen. I will build the bare minimum.
First, I want to bring to your attention the small surface tear on the left side of the cockpit opening. This was due to me over aggressively trying to clean that surface and pulled the skin off. However, the repair is easy and I will show it soon after.
Insert the soft cockpit tub in folded configuration thru the opening
unfold and glue the edges to the inner fuselage openings
add the simple seat
install it , the instrument panel and the control stick
That is all. Any more detail will not be seen in a closed canopy configuration.
Notice that in the closed canopy configuration, there is no need for the actuator or the opening behind the seat. It will not be seen.
Isaac