https://www.schaetter.com/obituary/james-averett
James Harvey Averett
November 29, 1946 - November 06, 2020
Jim Averett, a 73-year-old Fredericksburg pilot
and military veteran was killed last week while practicing formation flying.
James Harvey Averett was born on November 29th, 1946 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Harvey Coleman and Dorothy
June Blackwell Averett. He grew up in Dallas, Texas, graduating from Bryan
Adams High School in 1964 and Texas A&M class of 1968.
Jim Averett, who flew for the U.S. Air Force,
Grand Canyon Airlines, Martin Aviation and then Delta Airlines before retiring
to fly Lear jets for RJ Machine and the Martin families, lost his life on Nov.
6 in a midair collision. Jim, “Flagman” was well known throughout the
formation community in both the RV and Bonanza circles. His skill, easy-going
demeanor and most importantly his smile were always on display.
Jim received the Wright Brothers Masters Pilot
Award for 50 years of accident free flying in September of 2018. Jim became a
member of the Sports Car Club of America from 1979 as a race car driver.
He later served as a steward for club racing and then as a pro steward for
numerous series.
He married Madeline, his high school sweetheart,
on January 31st, 1969 in Dallas, Texas. They celebrated
51 years of marriage in January 2020.
Jim is survived by his wife Madeline Averett of
Fredericksburg, Texas, daughter Amanda Pettey, son-in-law Parrish and
granddaughter Lily, of The Woodlands, Texas. Brother, Bernie Averett,
sister-in-law Patty; sister Dede Hosek, brother-in-law Herve, nieces Ashley
Averett, Claire Hosek, Christine Davis and spouse Ryan, nephews, Eric Hosek and
spouse Gabby, Jimmy Averett and spouse Robin and great niece and two great
nephews.
A virtual Celebration of Life will be held at a
later date.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent at www.schaetter.com.
No flowers, please.
Jim "Flagman" Averett: Man killed in Fredericksburg plane crash identified as former USAF, Delta pilot, race-car driver
Man killed in Fredericksburg plane crash identified as former USAF, Delta pilot, race-car driver
Kerrville Daily Times (TX) - Tuesday, November 10, 2020
A 73-year-old Fredericksburg pilot and military veteran was killed last week while practicing formation flying in preparation for a Veterans Day event, according to various sources.
Jim "Flagman" Averett, who flew for the U.S. Air Force and then Delta Airlines before retiring, lost his life on Nov. 6 in a midair collision.
A Texas-based formation flying team expressed its condolences in a Nov. 7 social media post.
"It's with heavy hearts that Falcon Flight announces the loss of one of our own — Jim "Flagman" Averett," states the post by Falcon Flying Formation Team. "Flagman was well known throughout the formation community in both the RV and Bonanza circles. His skill, easy-going demeanor and most importantly his smile were always on display. Our most deepest sympathies are with Jim's family during this difficult time."
According to the FAA, Averett was piloting a Bonanza J35, which was destroyed. The other plane, which sustained substantial damage and crash-landed in a pasture following the collision, was a Bonanza M-35. Averett was the sole occupant of the J35, and there were two people in the other plane, according to the FAA.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
Averett also used to race cars, and had been serving on the board of the Sports Car Club of America just prior to his death, "in addition to being a fixture at SCCA events in the Southwest Division," according to an article on scca.com. As a driver, he earned Southwest Division Championships in Formula Vee in 1983, 1984, 1986 and 1987, according to the article.
"SCCA extends its deepest sympathies to Jim's wife Madeline, daughter Amanda and their extended family," states the article.
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~ IN MEMORY ~
DL Capt. James H. Averett
November 29, 1946 ~ November 6, 2020
Word has reached our group with news of a fatal plane crash
that occurred November 6th which claimed the life of retired Delta
pilot Captain James H. Averett, age 73.
Captain Averett joined Delta Air Lines 09-26-1977, was based DFW/030,
and had most recently resided at 3083 Aviation Loop, Fredericksburg, TX 78624.
As more is learned we will pass along those updates.
Thank you,
~ Carol for the PCN
Fredericksburg, TX (November 8, 2020) – A vehicle
collision reported in the Gillespie area claimed the life of one person on
Friday. On November 6, the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the
scene of a crash.
Reports show that a crash involving two planes
took place mid-air just northwest of the Gillespie County Airport. The crash
caused one of the planes to crash to the ground.
One person sustained fatal injuries and was
pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.
The second plane was able to land on the ground
safely, allowing two people to exit uninjured.
At this time, investigations are underway with
the Federal Aviation Administration.
We would like to offer our condolences to the
family of the deceased victim at this time.
https://www.tpr.org/news/2020-11-08/pilot-killed-in-plane-crash-near-gillespie-county-airport
Pilot Killed In Plane Crash Near Gillespie County
Airport
One person has died after a mid-air collision
between two aircraft near Fredericksburg on Friday.
According to a report from the Aviation Safety
Network and various reports on social media, the two airplanes were reportedly
participating in a formation flight practice for Veterans Day this week.
One of the pilots reported trouble retracting the
plane’s landing gear, then striking a second plane. The second plane crashed
near Gillespie County Airport, killing its sole pilot. The victim was
identified as Jim Averett in a Facebook post by the Falcon Flight Formation
Team.
The pilot of the other plane was able to make an
emergency off-airport landing. Both aircraft were single engine Beechcraft
Model 35s. The National Transportation Safety Board has confirmed the
investigation of the accident.
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