From what I understand (the Los Angeles Times), he was trying to steer away from the neighborhood into an unpopulated canyon when he lost the other engine (he lost one shortly after launch from Abe Lincoln), and had no choice but to get out. My cousin drives Hornets for the USN, and she told me that flying on one engine can be difficult, but can be done (it's happened before in both peactime accidents and after battle damage). But if the other engine goes....gravity wins, my friend. And it's time to grab that handle next to the seat and punch out.
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Treat everyone you meet with kindness and respect, but always have a plan to kill them.
Old USMC Adage
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