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Retired NASCAR driver among seven killed in North Carolina plane crash

Retired NASCAR driver among seven killed in North Carolina plane crash

Summary

Greg Biffle, a retired NASCAR driver, and members of his family were among seven people who died in a plane crash in North Carolina. The private jet crashed while trying to land at Statesville Regional Airport and was registered to Biffle's company. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Key Facts

  • Greg Biffle, a retired NASCAR driver, died in a plane crash.
  • The crash occurred in North Carolina while the plane was landing.
  • Seven people, including members of Biffle's family, died in the crash.
  • The plane was registered to a company operated by Biffle.
  • Biffle had a successful racing career, winning over 50 races.
  • The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating the crash.
  • The crash took place as the plane returned to North Carolina shortly after takeoff.

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