Waycross Aviation Owner Killed in Friday Takeoff Accident

Tim Scheuing, the owner of Runway One Nine Aviation, was killed in a small plane accident on Friday morning.

The Federal Aviation Administration reported that a Beechcraft BE35 crashed during takeoff at the Waycross-Ware County Airport around 11:15 a.m. on November 6. Scheuing, identified by his wife Amanda as a pilot and flight instructor, was the victim. The National Transportation Safety Board is currently leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, with the FAA also conducting its own inquiry.

The couple met while working together when Amanda was 16 and began dating shortly after. They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary earlier this year. The family includes a 16-year-old daughter and a second daughter expected to arrive in three weeks. Amanda described her husband as a devoted Christian, a helpful neighbor, and a quick-witted man who loved adventure.

“He was the absolute best person I have ever known. I couldn’t have asked for a better husband or a better father for our kids,” Amanda Scheuing said. She noted that words are difficult to process in the immediate aftermath of the loss. The community has sent messages of support, which the family has acknowledged as a source of comfort during this time.

Scheuing’s wife expressed gratitude to the emergency crews, first responders, and airport staff who attended to the scene. She also extended thanks to their extended family, friends, and church community for their support. The couple’s shared history of service and faith was central to the family’s remembrance of his life.

The NTSB and FAA will continue their joint review of the incident. No further public hearings or timelines have been announced by the agencies at this time.