Retired NASCAR Driver, Hurricane Helene Hero Dies In Plane Crash
Retired NASCAR Driver, Hurricane Helene Hero Dies In Plane Crash
US · Published Dec 19, 2025
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, famed for Hurricane Helene rescues, died with his family in a plane crash in North Carolina.
The Cessna jet crashed at Statesville Regional Airport due to deteriorating weather conditions, including heavy rain and reduced visibility.
The NTSB is investigating the crash to determine the cause, while NASCAR and state leaders mourn the loss of Biffle and his family.
Plane crash kills seven, including Greg Biffle
A tragic plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina has claimed the lives of seven individuals, including retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife, and their two children. The Cessna jet crashed while attempting to land amidst rapidly deteriorating weather conditions. Drizzle turned to heavy rain, severely reducing visibility and creating hazardous conditions for the aircraft.
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