Famed ‘Flying Wild Alaska’ Bush Pilot Jim Tweto Killed In Plane Crash
The famed Flying Wild Alaska bush pilot Jim Tweto was killed in a plane crash in Western Alaska. What do we know about this Discovery alum’s death? We have the latest details on the tragic death of this charismatic star.
Flying Wild Alaska Alum Killed In Plane Crash
Fans of the Discovery show Flying Wild Alaska are mourning the death of famed bush pilot Jim Tweto. The Anchorage News reported that Unalakleet pilot Jim Tweto was killed in a plane crash in Western Alaska on Friday. The reality show Starr was 68 years old.
In addition, his passenger, 45-year-old Shane Reynolds, a guide from Orofino, Idaho, was also killed.
Lastly, there was a third person in their hunting party, but they were not on the plane. However, they are the eye witness to what occurred.
What Happened In Jim Tweet’s Plane Crash?
What happened with the Flying Wild Alaska star’s plane? According to the third party, who was not identified by name, the plane took off. However, the Cessna 180 plane did not climb as it should. Then it crashed.
According to the report, this was on Friday, 35 hours northeast of Shaktoolik, at 11:48 a.m., local time. Troopers from Nome came to recover the bodies of the two men.
Christo Doyle Eulogizes The Flying Wild Alaska Star
Christo Doyle, host of the recently canceled Gold Rush: The Dirt show eulogized the Flying Wild Alaska star. On Twitter he wrote, “I am devastated to hear the news of Jim Tweet’s passing. In my short time working on Flying Wild Alaska with the Twetos, Jim made a huge impression on me. Salt of the Earth guy that loved his family, flying and Alaska. He died doing what he loved. RIP, Jim.”
The Discovery series is one of many that take place in Alaska. Although Flying Wild Alaska only ran for three seasons starting in 2011, this was memorable as it showed the importance of small planes in the huge state. Tweto owned Ravn Air Group. There, the experienced pilot flew around the state with his three pilot daughters, Ariel, Ayla, and Elaine, and his wife Ferno.
Most of all, this series demonstrated how essential small planes were for transporting medical supplies, transporting patients, tourists, and families, and basic survival. Tweto flew to remote destinations in the state that rarely had outside help during the harsh winter.
Also, weather challenges were a big part of the reality documentary series. Regularly, Tweto dealt with such issues as short runways due to extreme snow, or other issues due to ice on the runway or the wings. Rarely were the conditions normal. However, Tweto was a master at overcoming the most extreme conditions.
Currently, there has not been an announcement on the cause of this tragic crash.
I am devastated to hear the news of Jim Tweto’s passing. In my short time working on Flying Wild Alaska with the Twetos, Jim made a huge impression on me. Salt of the Earth guy that loved his family, flying and Alaska. He died doing what he loved. RIP, Jim. pic.twitter.com/iaP7lDZDWo
— Christo Doyle (@ChristoDoyle) June 17, 2023
On Instagram, Tweet’s daughter Ariel wrote, “I didn’t think anything could hurt this bad.”
Jim Tweto fans, do you have any favorite moments from the Discovery series?
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