On December 18, 2025, former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, along with his wife Cristina and their two children, tragically lost their lives in a plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina, when their private jet went down while attempting to land.
The Cessna C550 business jet, owned by Biffle, was carrying seven individuals in total. All aboard perished in the devastating incident, which has sparked widespread grief within the motorsport community.
Just moments before the crash, Biffle's wife sent a harrowing text expressing distress, revealing the panic they faced in those final moments.
The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the crash, recovering the black box to better understand what went wrong during the flight.
In the wake of the tragedy, heartfelt tributes have poured in from fellow drivers and fans alike, celebrating Biffle's significant impact on NASCAR and his well-known humanitarian efforts.
The accident has raised important discussions about aviation safety and has left a lasting void in the lives of family, friends, and countless fans who admired Biffle both on and off the track.
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