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Daytona 500 Pays Tribute to Greg Biffle as NTSB Probe of Fatal Crash Continues

A preliminary NTSB report says the right-seat occupant lacked copilot qualifications.

Overview

  • At the Daytona 500, RFK Racing ran car numbers in Biffle’s jagged font and will carry a “The Biff” No. 16 decal throughout the season.
  • Kaulig Racing’s No. 16 also adopted the font to honor the longtime Roush driver.
  • FOX’s pre-race broadcast featured a three-minute tribute with memories from teammates and broadcasters.
  • A preliminary NTSB report says an experienced pilot was flying and the right-seat occupant lacked copilot qualifications, with the investigation still active.
  • The Dec. 18, 2025 Cessna C550 crashed less than a mile from Statesville’s runway while returning to the airport, killing seven including Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their children Emma, 14, and Ryder, 5.