Thanks for the comments
omag:
I don't know how to rework the underlying pilot model, was lucky to be able to repaint pilot at all. The plane does not show up in my FSPaint, had to use Windows Paint to modify the pilot who, IMHO looked very Japanese.
ozzy:
Thanks, nice Sig Pic.

Tempest:
Will give it a try, I usually fly V/C but use 2d for most heading and alltitude changes, instruments are usually easier to read for my old eyes.
Hagar:
Let me know if you discover anything, I would just as soon have no light than what I have now. I will try your fix on a couple of Spits that have bad V/Cs.
Has anyone noticed that when you pull up the gear, the pilot puts on his oxygen mask, IMHO, very cool. I also find her to be quite docile, yet maneuverable, with out a version of CFS to fly, I'm not sure how she would fare in combat, though in FS9 she's a real lady.
Fido ;D ;D