dicksynormous
Even though HALO and HAHO guys jump out of something like a KC130s open rear end, you'll find a rather good position on any aircrafts rear door even if that would not be a prime choice. And your quite right that HALO and HAHO equipment makes a person look like a storm trooper too.
In this case I further agree that the entire situation has been blown out of proportion. But notwithstanding the fact that GRO is a jumpers paradise, or rather just because of it, you could have had some numb nut trying to make a name for himself in the jumpers community by attempting a stunt just like that.
The proper reaction of the crew should have been to gate-check this guys chute, tell him of for making dumb comments and proceed as normal.
No need to praise the crew nor condemn them of their actions or any contributor on this thread.