Kyle Scott, a seasoned pilot and owner of a fleet of crop dusting planes, tragically died in a crash near Brush while conducting aerial spraying operations. Scott had been operating his aerial spraying business, Scott Aviation, for 15 years in northern Colorado. He was also involved in wildfire firefighting efforts across the western United States, converting his Air Tractor crop dusters into air tankers for firefighting missions. As a respected member of the National Agricultural Aviation Association and the Colorado Agricultural Aviation Association, Scott was known for his dedication to the industry.
The circumstances of the crash, which occurred near Hillrose and Snyder, are currently under investigation by the FAA and NTSB. This incident marks another loss for Colorado Fire Aviation after pilot Marc Thor Olson died in a crash in 2021. Friends and colleagues remember Scott as a skilled pilot and a valuable asset to the community. Jim Crone, a friend of Scott, praised his expertise and willingness to help during wildfires, highlighting the risks that come with such operations.
The loss of Kyle Scott has deeply impacted the aviation and firefighting community. Despite the inherent dangers of their work, pilots like Scott were dedicated to serving their communities and protecting lives and property from wildfires. As investigations continue into the cause of the crash, Scott’s legacy as a skilled pilot and respected member of the industry will be remembered by those who knew him.
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