Yes, he had a parachute on. this was over water. Having made one impromptu rescue jump well before the current rescue swimmer program, I would rather hit soft earth. I know several military personel that survived low level bailouts and even partial chute deployment failures. Thats why I mess with vintage sailplanes. They're so slow Im tempted to get out and push! Aircrash survival is seemingly fickle. One person survives while people sitting nearby perish. At best you can improve the small items, like proper clothing and gear and hope they add up to one big thing-survival. <br><br>