Firstly---RIP to the pilot.
Secondly---this is one of those failures that you can deal with and put the thing on the ground. It comes down to training. Without training, it comes down to basic understanding of the aircraft and luck. As most on here know, I had a similar failure back in 2001, and luck was on my side. I had never been trained in the procedure, I did exactly what he did, except, I was only about 5 feet when I started to spin and cut the engine. Obviously my outcome was different to his.
I have since been trained in the maneuver, and continue to recieve annual training on how to do it. Without trying to advertise, I recommend Glen White for the training, ask me where if you are serious about it.