100% guessing, but odds are the timing was exactly how long it took 1 of each crew to decide ejection was the only way out (1 of each, because the seats are fre

100% guessing, but odds are the timing was exactly how long it took 1 of each crew to decide ejection was the only way out (1 of each, because the seats are frequently coupled to ensure there's a small time gap between pilot and weapons officer).