Philip Kitten Fatally Injured in Fifth Ag Accident of 2024

NAAA is saddened to report that Philip Kitten, ag pilot, lost his life on June 14, 2024. The fifth fatal ag aviation accident this year. Born on March 5, 1956, Kitten was 68 years old when he passed away. He grew up on the family farm where he also developed his love of aviation from his father, who was both a farmer and a pilot. By the age of 16, Philip had soloed, and he was flying ag by the time he graduated high school in 1974.

Philip’s favorite thing to do was spend time with family. He was a strong supporter of youth sports and his enthusiasm and desire to do good were inspirations to others. Philip is survived by his wife, daughter, son-in-law, father, stepsons, five grandchildren, four sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Philip’s visitation will be held today, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers in Lubbock, Texas. Funeral services will follow on June 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Turning Point Community Church in Lubbock, Texas.

The family requests memorial donations be made to Philip’s name to Raider Aviation to encourage and fund aspiring pilots. Click here to Read Philip’s full obituary. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers as they mourn his passing.