WILLISTON, Fla. — Tragedy struck on Sunday when a small aircraft carrying three people crashed just one mile from the Williston Regional Airport, claiming the lives of all on board. Among the victims was Spencer Arnold, a skilled pilot with ties to St. Petersburg, Florida, and Bowling Green, Kentucky.
According to Flight Aware, the plane departed the Lebanon-Springfield Airport in Kentucky shortly after 1 p.m., with an expected arrival around 4 p.m. at its destination in Florida. The flight never made it. The NTSB confirmed that the aircraft went down just shy of the runway, leaving investigators to piece together what caused the sudden and fatal crash.
Spencer was remembered by family, friends, and colleagues as passionate about flying, deeply devoted to aviation, and someone whose steady character and kindness touched many lives. His love for the skies was matched by his care for people, making him not just a respected pilot, but a cherished friend and loved one.
The sudden loss has left both the Kentucky and Florida communities reeling. Tributes have begun to pour in, with friends describing him as a man who lived with courage, purpose, and generosity.
As the FAA and NTSB continue their investigation into the crash, the memory of Spencer Arnold will live on in those who knew and loved him. His absence is deeply felt, but his legacy—rooted in friendship, passion, and a love of flight—remains.
May he rest in peace.