Colorado Plane Crash Claims Two Business Leaders

Posted Wed, Mar 18th, 2026

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Colorado Plane Crash Claims Two Business Leaders

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A tragic plane crash near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, claimed the lives of two business leaders last month: Aaron Stokes, the 47 year old founder of EuroFix, AmeriFix, and Shop Fix Academy - who built an estimated $65M fortune in the automotive industry - and Austin Huskey, the 37 year old third generation CEO of Huskey Truss & Building Supply, whose company generates roughly $40M in annual revenue. Stokes’ 21 year old son and nephew were also on board. The Epic E1000 aircraft went down in remote mountainous terrain shortly after midnight, leaving both organizations and their communities grappling with the sudden loss of their key leaders.

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Accidental Death & Dismemberment

The tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of CEOs Aaron Stokes and Austin Huskey underscores how quickly a business can lose its most critical leaders...often without warning. For high profile entrepreneurs, executives, and wealth builders who rely heavily on private travel, traditional life insurance may not fully address the financial exposure created by an unexpected aviation accident.

For life insurance advisors, this event is a reminder that proactive planning is essential - especially for clients who frequently fly privately, travel for business, or oversee companies whose success depends heavily on their leadership. While traditional life insurance provides foundational protection, it may not offer sufficient coverage for individuals with elevated aviation, travel, or occupational risk.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, available through the Excess Lines Market, delivers meaningful financial protection in the event of a fatal accident. With benefit limits that can exceed $100 million per person, global 24/7 coverage, and terms ranging from one day to three years, AD&D serves as an important supplement, or alternative, when traditional life insurance leaves gaps.

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