[Girlene]

The hostage separates himself from his captors and nothing happens.

I'm confused about this, also. I'd think the Navy would have eyes on the lifeboat 24/7 with night vision. Once he was seperated from the lifeboat, blow it out of the water. I can't fathom why there wasn't a plan in case the captain did try to escape overboard.

[exnavy]

I’m sure the navy does have eyes on that life boat day and night. Rules of engagement are determined by the Commander in Chief. Anyone care to guess who that would be?