The stock car racing world is in shock on Thursday after a plane crash in North Carolina. Former NASCAR Cup Series driver Greg Biffle and six other people were killed when his Cessna Citation II crashed while attempting an emergency landing at Statesville Regional Airport, 45 miles north of Charlotte. There were no survivors. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.
The Cessna took off from the airport Thursday morning and then quickly circled to land. WSOC TV reports thisEyewitnesses saw the plane cut through the tree line on an adjacent golf course, crash through the airport fence and then come to a stop in flames. North Carolina State Highway Patrol confirmed seven fatalities but did not identify any of the victims. However, the victims’ families confirmed what many already believed. Biffle was on board with his wife Cristina, five-year-old son Ryder and 14-year-old daughter Emma. Dennis Dutton, his son Jack and Craig Wadsworth were also on board. It is unclear who was piloting the plane.
Biffle had a racing career that most would envy
“NASCAR is devastated by the tragic loss of Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, daughter Emma, son Ryder, Craig Wadsworth and Dennis and Jack Dutton in a fatal plane crash.
Greg was more than a champion driver; he was a beloved member of the NASCAR community, a fierce competitor and a friend to many. His passion for racing, his integrity and his dedication to fans and fellow competitors alike had a lasting impact on the sport.
On the track, Greg’s talent and tenacity earned him championships in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, as well as numerous victories and accolades in the NASCAR Cup Series. In addition to his racing career, he gave of himself for the betterment of our community. Most notably, Greg dedicated countless hours of his time to helping the citizens of North Carolina during the disasters that followed Hurricane Helene. His tireless work has saved lives.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Greg’s entire family, friends and everyone touched by his life.”
Biffle gave his time and money to those who needed it
Biffle will be greatly missed not only for his contributions to racing, but also for the impact he left off the track. It’s rare for someone to reach that level of fame and fortune and still care about their community on a personal level.
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