[outofsalt]

The T-6 is equipped with a Zero-Zero ejection seat.

https://www.bing.com/search?q=zero+zero+ejection+seat&form=ANNTH1&refig=36d238b15c89495684e6a9b0ed173751&pc=HCTS&pqasv=zero+zero+ejection+seats&pqlth=24&assgl=23&sgcn=zero+zero+ejection+seat&sgtpv=SC&swbcn=10&smvpcn=0&cvid=36d238b15c89495684e6a9b0ed173751&clckatsg=1&hsmssg=0

Even the best technology is not 100%. Prayer up for the family and everyone involved.

[guest7]

"The T-6 is equipped with a Zero-Zero ejection seat."

Could an open canopy, or, not having seat belts on be the problem?

Notice, as soon as the seat clears the canopy, the "Pilot Chute" is deployed instantly. It should have worked.