Summary
A business jet crash in North Carolina killed retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others. Investigators are looking into why the plane tried to return to the airport shortly after takeoff and ended up crashing into light poles and trees. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is examining the crash site to find out more.
Key Facts
- A jet crash in North Carolina killed Greg Biffle and six others.
- The jet was trying to return to the airport shortly after takeoff.
- The plane hit light poles and a tree line before crashing.
- The crash occurred about a third of a mile from the runway.
- The NTSB is investigating the cause of the crash.
- A text from a passenger mentioned "emergency landing."
- Three people on board had pilot licenses, including Biffle.
- Flight records show the plane was registered to a company run by Biffle.
