Aviation Tragedy in North Carolina Claims Lives of Former NASCAR Champion Greg Biffle and Others, Sparking Grief in Racing Circles

A routine flight turned tragic in a North Carolina plane crash, claiming seven lives, including former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their children Ryder and Emma. Authorities confirmed the deaths of Dennis Dutton and his son Jack, along with Craig Wadsworth, calling the incident accidental as investigators continue to determine the cause.

The private flight was reportedly part of a birthday celebration, deepening the heartbreak for family and friends. Cristina’s mother said she received a brief, alarming message moments before contact was lost, leaving loved ones with unanswered questions.

Witnesses near Statesville Regional Airport reported the aircraft flying low around 10:15 a.m. before the crash. Emergency crews, the FAA, and state authorities are leading the investigation, while the racing community and local residents mourn a devastating loss felt far beyond North Carolina.