Runway One Nine Aviation Owner Killed in Waycross Takeoff Crash

Tim Scheuing, the owner of Runway One Nine Aviation, died on Friday when his aircraft crashed during takeoff. The accident occurred at Waycross-Ware County Airport in Georgia, leaving a gap in the local aviation community and a sudden loss for his family.

The Federal Aviation Administration recorded the incident at approximately 11:15 a.m. on November 6. The aircraft was a Beechcraft BE35. The National Transportation Safety Board is currently leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, with the FAA participating in the inquiry.

Scheuing’s wife, Amanda Scheuing, identified him as a pilot, flight instructor, and the business owner of the local firm. The couple met when they were working together and she was 16 years old. They began dating shortly after that first meeting. This year marked their 20th wedding anniversary.

The family has a 16-year-old daughter. Amanda Scheuing stated that another daughter is due in three weeks. She described her husband as a devoted father, husband, and Christian. In a statement, she said, "Words are hard to process right now.. 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 noted that her husband was known for being funny, quick-witted, and adventurous. She added that he was a helping hand to anyone. She expressed gratitude to the community, emergency crews, first responders, and airport staff for their support. She also thanked the couple’s family, friends, and church family, noting that he was loved by everyone and touched many lives.