He was just a kid, driving his best mate home.

The community has been devastated by the death of 17-year-old Broc Dawson, an aspiring pilot, treasured friend and beloved son.

Broc was killed in a collision along Central Avenue and Aura Boulevard early morning on 14 September.

Broc’s mother Krystn Dawson has been inundated with messages of support as she grieves for her “generous soul”.

“My son was a kind, generous soul who had his whole life ahead of him, he wanted to be a pilot and was well on the way to doing this,” she said.

“He had not long gotten his licence and was so excited to be able to go out with his mates without having mum tag along as the third wheel.”

Caloundra’s Riley Martin is one of hundreds of mourners who have gathered at the site of the accident to farewell their friend.

“One young boy that had a very big future ahead of him he would be willing to do anything for everyone and anyone and has now been taken to soon,” Riley said.

“Fly high my dear mate you will never be forgotten my boy.”

Friend Jonathan remembers a time when Broc took him flying.

Jonathan’s sister Hannah Poida provided the pictures of Broc standing next to the planes he used to fly.

“He took my brother out and he loved it,” Hannah said.

“Broc’s favourite plane was the Texan 550.”

In her grief, Ms Dawson has issued a warning to others to live life to the full.

“Please remember, life is short so live in the moment because you never know when it will be your last,” she said.

“Please spend time with your loved ones, tell them how much they mean to you before you never get the chance to again.”

Broc’s passenger and best mate Jet Dennien, of Banya, remains in hospital with serious eye injuries and a fractured shoulder.

You can donate to Jet and Broc’s families on their GoFundMe pages.