The Air Buddy BCD is mounted on a standard BCD power inflator quick connect device that swivels in all directions. It can be connected and disconnected underwater
You can use the Air Buddy mouthpiece in any position.
The Air Buddy simply snaps onto any standard BCD power inflator.
The diver has used the Air Buddy quick connect mechanism to remove the Air Buddy BCD mouthpiece from the power inflator and placed it in his mouth. He can now leave the Air Buddy BCD in his mouth and use his left hand to raise the BCD power inflator over his head to dump air for a controlled ascent.