Family of 2 killed in Greg Biffle plane crash files wrongful death lawsuits against former NASCAR driver's estate
The family of Dennis and Jack Dutton, who were killed in a December 2025 plane crash involving former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, has filed wrongful death lawsuits against Biffle's estate. The lawsuits allege inadequate maintenance of the aircraft, which was owned by Biffle’s company, GB Aviation Leasing LLC, and claim Biffle was responsible for its upkeep. The NTSB's preliminary report indicates Dennis Dutton was piloting the plane without a qualified co-pilot, and mechanical issues were noted before takeoff.
- ▪Dennis and Jack Dutton were among seven people killed in a Cessna C550 plane crash on December 18, 2025, near Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina.
- ▪The Dutton family is seeking $30 million in damages, alleging Greg Biffle failed to properly maintain the aircraft owned by his company, GB Aviation Leasing LLC.
- ▪According to the NTSB, Dennis Dutton was not certified to fly the plane without a qualified co-pilot, and neither Jack Dutton nor Greg Biffle held the required certification.
- ▪The NTSB reported that the plane had a left engine start issue and an inoperative thrust reverser indicator before takeoff, though the crew discussed it as functional.
- ▪Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their children Emma and Ryder, and Craig Wadsworth also died in the crash.
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