NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their son Ryder were among the victims of a fatal private jet crash at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina on Thursday morning, according to reports and eyewitness accounts.

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A Cessna C550 Citation II jet, registered to GB Aviation Leasing and linked to Biffle’s address, crashed at approximately 10:15 a.m. while attempting to land, erupting into a massive fireball. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident.

“Unfortunately, I can confirm Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and son Ryder were on that plane… because they were on their way to spend the afternoon with us. We are devastated. I’m so sorry to share this,” wrote Garrett Mitchell, a close friend of Biffle, in a Facebook post.

Multiple Fatalities Confirmed

Iredell County Sheriff Grant Campbell confirmed multiple fatalities but did not specify the exact number. Emergency crews responded to the scene, where footage showed the wreckage engulfed in flames.

The plane’s tail number (N257BW) matches records tied to Biffle’s residence in Mooresville, North Carolina, according to the Charlotte Observer. Flight-tracking data suggests the jet was en route to Sarasota, Florida, before turning back and attempting to land at Statesville—where it crashed.

A Tragic Loss for NASCAR and Beyond

Biffle, a former NASCAR Cup Series driver and 2000 Craftsman Truck Series champion, was a beloved figure in motorsports. His death, along with that of his family, has sent shockwaves through the racing community and beyond.

The FAA and NTSB are leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible issue during landing. Statesville Regional Airport, a hub for corporate and motorsports aviation, is cooperating with authorities.

This tragedy marks a devastating end to the lives of a NASCAR legend and his family, leaving fans, friends, and the racing world in mourning.

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