Never knew Jim Tweto from Flying Wild Alaska was killed

[adambar]

In 2023 when his C180 Bush plane crashed into a tree on takeoff.

 

Legendary bush pilot’s daughter, wife, reflect on his life

 

Plane struck tree upon takeoff that killed pilot Jim Tweto, initial investigation shows

 

Pilot Takes Off With BROKEN Rudder! | Flying Wild Alaska

 

RIP Jim Tweto 1955-2023.

[Kodiak73]

That stinks (not my first choice of words), I loved that show. I'm losing all my friends/heroes past & present. Sure hope it's not an omen 👍

[flyingleaf]

Great Pilot. R.I.P. Jim, but you're flying with the best up there.

[wain71]

I remember watching the shows on TV, RIP Jim....