The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) community is mourning the death of former racing star Greg Biffle, his wife Christina, and their two children. They were among seven people killed in a plane crash on December 18, 2025, in North Carolina.
Authorities said the aircraft crashed near Statesville Regional Airport at around 10:15 a.m., killing everyone on board. The cause of the crash has not yet been established, and investigations by the Federal Aviation Administration are ongoing.
Biffle, a well-known figure in American motorsport, was traveling with his family when the tragedy occurred. Tributes poured in from across the motorsports world, with friends, fans, and fellow drivers expressing shock and deep sadness over the loss.
Biffle’s longtime friend, Garrett Mitchell, confirmed the deaths in an emotional Facebook post.
“Unfortunately, I can confirm Greg Biffle, his wife Christina, daughter Emma, and son Ryder were on that plane,” Mitchell wrote.
“We are devastated. They were on their way to spend the afternoon with us,” he added.
Christina’s mother, Cathy, described the family as joyful and respectful. She said they had been together just a day before the crash. She also revealed that the family was on a birthday trip at the time of the accident, making the loss even more painful.
An eyewitness near the crash site told local media that the plane appeared to be flying unusually low before it went down and burst into flames upon impact. Statesville Regional Airport confirmed the incident and said federal investigators had been notified.
“We can confirm there has been an aircraft incident at the Statesville Regional Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating,” the airport said in a statement.
Greg Biffle was widely respected for his achievements on the track and admired off it as a devoted family man. His death has left a deep void in the NASCAR community, with many remembering him not only for his racing success, but also for his character and generosity.
As investigations continue, the racing world and fans across the globe remain united in grief, honoring the legacy of a champion whose life ended far too soon.
