Sorry, Bozon. Didn't know anyone was attached to the current version. The "viable" comment referred to the extra hassle of moving the head down every time one flicks a glance to either side, as the frame is right on the horizon. Not all that important, as you suggest.
I therefore withdraw the change request, and instead request that they create a variant, identical except with the Malcolm canopy, and perhaps a lesser handicap rating.
When I post my "The Deacon" side view image from the book, you will perhaps see why I like the look of the Malcolm version. Will do this tonight.