The young family died in a plane crash on Thursday morning, a friend said

THE wife of NASCAR driver Greg Biffle posted a heartbreaking story about her future moments before she and her family were reportedly killed in a fiery plane crash.

Cristina Grossu, Biffle’s wife, reposted an Instagram story about achieving goals later in life minutes before she, Biffle, and their two children died.

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Greg Biffle and his wife, Cristina Grossu, reportedly died in a fiery plane crashCredit: Unknown

An image of Martha Stewart in a white blazer, with text above her listing her accomplishments and their corresponding ages: "At 30, Martha Stewart hadn't started a business. At 35, she launched her catering company. At 58, she became a billionaire."

Grossu had just posted an Instagram story about late-in-life successCredit: Instagram/cristinagbiffle

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Greg Biffle’s wife, Cristina, and children, Emma and RyderCredit: Instagram/cristinagbiffle

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The family died after taking off from the Statesville Regional AirportCredit: AP
About 10 am, roughly 15 minutes before the crash, Grossu posted a story about Martha Stewart’s late-in-life success.

The post, originally shared by the account BossBabe, describes how Stewart rose to fame.

“At 30, Martha Stewart hadn’t started a business,” it began.

“At 35, she launched her catering company.

“At 58, she became a billionaire.”

The caption to the post reads: “These stories are your reminder that you’re not behind…you’re right on time.”

Grossu was aboard the small jet with the legendary NASCAR driver; their daughter, Emma; and son, Ryder, when the jet went down in flames.

Also killed were Craig Wadsworth, and Dennis and Jack Dutton.

“At 58, she became a billionaire.”

The caption to the post reads: “These stories are your reminder that you’re not behind…you’re right on time.”

Grossu was aboard the small jet with the legendary NASCAR driver; their daughter, Emma; and son, Ryder, when the jet went down in flames.

Also killed were Craig Wadsworth, and Dennis and Jack Dutton.

“We can confirm there has been an aircraft incident at the Statesville Regional Airport,” the Statesville Regional Airport confirmed.

“At approximately 10:15 a.m., an aircraft crashed while landing. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is en route and will investigate the incident.”

“This information is preliminary and subject to change. A Cessna C550 crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport around 10:20 a.m.local time on Thursday. The FAA & NTSB will investigate. The NTSB will lead the investigation,” the FAA also said in a statement.

However, the death of Greg Biffle and his family was shared by family friend Cleetus McFarland.

“Unfortunately, I can confirm Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, daughter Emma, and son Ryder were on that plane…because they were on their way to spend the afternoon with us,” McFarland posted on Facebook.

“We are devastated. I’m so sorry to share this.”

Biffle was a licensed pilot who frequently used his flying skills to help those affected by Hurricane Helene last year living in remote areas of Florida.

Representative Richard Hudson, who serves as the chairman of the Congressional Motorsports Caucus, posted on X that Grossu had asked how their family could help with relief efforts in Jamaica.

“I am devastated by the loss of Greg, Cristina, and their children, and my heart is with all who loved them,” Hudson wrote

“They were friends who lived their lives focused on helping others. Greg was a great NASCAR champion who thrilled millions of fans. But he was an extraordinary person as well, and will be remembered for his service to others as much as for his fearlessness on the track.

“The last time I spoke with Cristina, just a couple of weeks ago, she reached out to ask how she could help with relief efforts in Jamaica. That’s who the Biffles were. Our prayers are with their family, friends, and everyone grieving this unimaginable loss.”

BIFFLE’S LEGACY

Biffle, 55, made his mark on NASCAR history after winning championships in two national series.

He later became a long-time Cup Series contender.

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Biffle won multiple NASCAR titlesCredit: Getty

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In 2023, the driver was named one of the 75 Greatest NASCAR DriversCredit: Getty
The father of two made his first national appearance during the 1995 NASCAR Winter Heat Series.

Biffle later became known as “The Biff” and went on to win the 1998 Truck Series Rookie of the Year award and the 2000 Truck Series championship.

The motorsport legend became the first NASCAR driver to win championships in both the Trucks and Xfinity stock car series.

From 2002 to 2016, Biffle totaled 19 wins in the Cup Series.

In 2023, the driver was named one of the 75 Greatest NASCAR Drivers.