We were only talking about the importance of correct flying clothing on here quite recently. In this case it seems that the fact this guy was wearing fire retardant gloves was quite literally a life saver. I know it is totally unrealistic to expect everyone operating aircraft to wear flying suits and gloves, but even today, 40 years since I was RAF aircrew I still feel vaguely undressed getting onto an aircraft in "normal" clothes, and particularly without flying gloves.
Well done that man.
I note the combined ages of the two pilots was 146. Any other eyebrows raised at this?