NTSB Investigates Fateful Jet Crash Claiming NASCAR Legend Greg Biffle and 6 Others

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A devastating plane crash in North Carolina on Thursday took the lives of retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, 6 others, and left investigators scrambling to determine the cause. The Cessna C550, carrying Biffle and three pilots, crashed into light poles and trees just short of the Statesville Regional Airport runway, sparking a massive fire. Biffle, a NASCAR veteran with over 50 wins, was traveling with his family, including his wife Cristina and their two children, as well as pilot Dennis Dutton and his son Jack. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation, which includes analyzing the cockpit voice recorder and reviewing flight records. According to FAA records, Biffle held a pilot's license for single- and multi-engine planes, but was not qualified to fly the C550 model. Dutton, on the other hand, was certified to fly this type of plane, but was supposed to be accompanied by a co-pilot. The third pilot, Jack Dutton, had a license for single-engine planes. Experts point to the crew's decision-making as a potential factor in the crash. The plane's speed and altitude fluctuated significantly during the brief flight, and its path suggests that the pilots may have experienced an issue that required a rapid return to the airport. The investigation is ongoing, with the NTSB expected to release more information in the coming days. The Statesville airport remains closed until further notice. Biffle was a beloved figure in the racing community, known for his charitable work and humanitarian efforts. His death has sent shockwaves throughout the NASCAR world, with fans and fellow drivers paying tribute to his legacy.