NASCAR community mourns the loss of Greg Biffle and his family after fatal plane crash

NASCAR legend Greg Biffle and his family passed away following a fatal plane crash at the Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina. The NASCAR community took to the social media platform X and mourned the death of the stock car racing Veteran and his family.

The initial reports of a Cessna Citation 550 crashing at the Statesville Airport came in the morning. The reports suggested that the pilot noticed a mechanical issue soon after takeoff and tried landing back at the airport. The plane was in the air for less than 10 minutes.

While attempting the landing, the plane crashed and burst into flames. The initial reports revealed that the plane was registered to NASCAR veteran Greg Biffle. With anonymity around whether the semi-retired stock car racer was on the plane, YouTuber and stock car driver Cleetus McFarland took to social media and revealed that Biffle was indeed on the plane, with his wife Cristina and son Ryder, as they planned to spend the afternoon with the YouTuber. However, McFarland wasn't sure if Greg Biffles’s daughter was on the plane.

Soon after CNN confirmed that 6 people were killed in the plane crash, and media outlets suspected them to be Greg Biffle and family, the pilot, and an unknown sixth person. Congressman Richard Hudson then came out and confirmed the passing of the Biffle family as he tweeted,

“I am devastated by the loss of Greg, Cristina, and their children, and my heart is with all who loved them. They were friends who lived their lives focused on helping others. Greg was a great NASCAR champion who thrilled millions of fans. But he was an extraordinary person as well, and will be remembered for his service to others as much as for his fearlessness on the track.”

The NASCAR community took to the social media platform and mourned the loss of Greg Biffle and his family.

“One of the silver linings to such a small and intertwined industry is the support and love we have for every member of the NASCAR family. Today is a tough one. We've lost a family that made contributions far beyond the racetrack. Rest in Paradise friends,” posted Trackhouse owner Justin Marks Spire Motorsport star Carson Hocevar tweeted, “This moment means so much more. Something I will remember forever. Heartbreaking day. RIP ❤️.” Noah Gragson didn't have any words about the tragedy and just responded with a disheartening emoji, “😔”

Tributes from all across the Motorsport world poured in as IndyCar star Marco Andretti took to X and tweeted,

“Oh no. 🙏🏼 Biffle.” “We will love and miss you Biff. May you and your Family RIP🙏🕊️” tweeted Tricon star Kaden Honeycutt Jeb Burton wrote, “Horrible news today praying for everyone involved that lost loved ones. Greg was always super nice and supportive of me he was a great racer and person. 🙏🏻”

Front Row Motorsports star Zane Smith expressed how life is fragile and recalled how Greg Biffle made such a positive difference in his life as he mourned the fatal crash.

“Life is so fragile. It’s so hard to understand why it has to be the ones who have done so much and affected so many in such a positive way. May the biffs rest in peace. 💔” posted Zane Smith “Prayers for the Biffle family. Enjoy every moment❤️,” wrote Connor Zilisch

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What we know about the fatal plane crash involving Greg Biffle and his family: Airport manager shares update as Federal Aviation Administration arrives on crash site

The crash happened at Statesville Regional Airport at 10:15 a.m. on December 18, 2025. Iredell County Sheriff’s Office, along with the airport authorit,y were the first to appear at the crash sit,e and we're soon joined by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An investigation into the same is underway but little is known.

The airport manager gave the initial reports from what little was known, as he said,

“Like we said, at approximately 10:15 a.m., we got a report of a jet that crashed off the end of the runway on the east end. By time I came out, it was fully engulfed. We’ve had multiple agencies that have come. The FAA arrived at about 12 o’clock today.” “They are taking over the scene and the investigation. We have no information on the cause. The airport is closed until further notice. It will take time to get the debris off the runway,” he added

The place was owned by Biffle’s GB Aviation Leasing LLC with the tail number N257BW. Greg Biffle himself had a pilot licence which came in handy during the Hurricane Helene rescue and food supply.

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Edited by Pranay Bhagi