I have a question that may appear to some to be obvious. I am not an aviator so please bear with me!
Why did the pilot not wait until he was safely(?) on the water and then undo his straps, cockpit and get out. It is training whereby the pilot reacts as programmed, or does the pilot make an analysis of what the best outcome will be?
This is not a wind up, so no funny comments about my understanding of aircraft please.