In Loving Memory of Greg Biffle and Cristina Grossu
The Statesville, North Carolina community is enveloped in sorrow following a devastating aviation tragedy at Statesville Regional Airport, where a Cessna 550 Citation II private jet crashed during a landing sequence late this morning. What was meant to be a routine arrival became an unimaginable loss, sending waves of grief through families, friends, and the wider motorsports and aviation communities.
The crash occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. local time, prompting an immediate response from emergency crews. Authorities confirmed that six individuals were aboard the aircraft, and five lives were lost in the tragic incident. Among those aboard were Greg Biffle and his wife, Cristina Grossu, whose lives are remembered today with deep respect and heavy hearts.
Early emergency radio traffic initially suggested the aircraft may have gone down shortly after takeoff, but later information clarified that the jet crashed while attempting to land. The aircraft was publicly registered to a company owned by Greg Biffle. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with federal agencies expected to conduct a thorough review of the circumstances.
Greg Biffle was known not only for his accomplishments and legacy in motorsports, but also for the passion, dedication, and quiet generosity that defined his life beyond the track. Alongside him, Cristina Grossu was a constant source of strength, grace, and support — a partner whose presence brought warmth and balance to every chapter they shared together.
They were more than public figures or passengers on a flight. They were loved deeply, cherished sincerely, and will be remembered for the lives they touched and the memories they created. Their sudden absence leaves a profound void that cannot be measured in words.
As the investigation continues, hearts remain with all families affected by this tragedy. May Greg Biffle and Cristina Grossu be remembered not for how they were lost, but for how fully they lived — and may their memories endure with honor, love, and peace.