Wrongful Death Lawsuits Filed in Connection with Greg Biffle Plane Crash

What happened

Families of two passengers killed in the 2024 crash of a plane owned by former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle have filed wrongful death lawsuits. The litigation follows a fatal incident in October where a Cessna 210 crashed in western North Carolina, killing all three people on board.

What's new in this update

The filing of these two lawsuits marks the transition from the initial investigation phase to civil litigation. The plaintiffs allege that the pilot and the entity responsible for the aircraft's maintenance were negligent, leading to the mechanical or operational failure that caused the aircraft to go down.

Key details

The lawsuits specifically name the estate of the pilot and the corporate entity that held the aircraft's registration as defendants. Documents filed in court cite the pilot's alleged failure to maintain safe operation and the company's failure to ensure the aircraft was airworthy. The crash occurred shortly after the pilot reported engine trouble to air traffic controllers.

Background and context

The crash occurred in October 2024 while the plane was en route to North Carolina. Greg Biffle, a long-time veteran of the NASCAR Cup Series, was not on board the aircraft at the time of the incident. The victims included the pilot and two close associates of Biffle who were traveling for personal reasons. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued a preliminary report shortly after the crash, though a final determination of cause is still pending.

What to watch next

Legal proceedings are expected to enter the discovery phase, where maintenance records and pilot logs will be scrutinized. The final NTSB report, which typically takes 12 to 24 months to complete, will likely serve as a critical piece of evidence for both the plaintiffs and the defense in determining the ultimate cause of the accident.