Pilot Killed in Small Plane Crash at Waycross-Ware County Airport
Pilot Tim Scheuing was killed when his small plane crashed during takeoff at the Waycross-Ware County Airport. He was remembered by his wife as a devoted husband and father, with their second daughter due in three weeks.
Terre Haute, IN, November 8, 2026 — A pilot has died following a small plane crash during takeoff at the Waycross-Ware County Airport. The incident claimed the life of Tim Scheuing, according to preliminary reports.
The crash occurred as Mr. Scheuing was attempting to take off from the airport. The circumstances surrounding the exact cause of the crash were not immediately available. Further details regarding the aircraft type and any potential contributing factors to the accident have not been released.
Mr. Scheuing is survived by his wife and their family. His wife remembered him as a devoted husband and father. The couple was anticipating the arrival of their second daughter, who was due in three weeks at the time of the incident.
Official investigations into the crash are expected to be conducted by relevant aviation authorities. Information regarding the timeline for these investigations or any preliminary findings has not yet been provided. The contractor’s name was not provided.
The Waycross-Ware County Airport serves general aviation and is a facility for private aircraft. Updates on the investigation and any official statements are pending.
Story summarized from the original created by Taylor Lewis, Gray News staff on www.wthitv.com, see more information here.
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