Fatal Cessna C550 Crash at North Carolina’s Statesville Airport

Overview

• The twin‑engine business jet went down at Statesville Regional Airport in Iredell County at about 10:20 a.m. local time, according to initial reports.
• The FAA reported the accident at the airport, and local media cited police in reporting multiple deaths, though officials have not released a toll or identities.
• The National Transportation Safety Board has opened an investigation and is the lead agency on the case.
• Video published by media shows the wreckage burning shortly after the crash.
• The aircraft is registered to GB Aviation Leasing, which is owned by former NASCAR driver Gregory Biffle, according to media reports.