Greg Biffle: Ex-Nascar driver and family among seven killed in plane crash

Officials confirmed Greg Biffle, his wife and two children were among those who boarded the small plane that crashed at a regional airport in North Carolina.

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A highway patrol spokesman said people on the ground confirmed that Greg Biffle was among those who boarded the plane.

The Cessna C550 crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport around 10:20 local time (15:20GMT), officials investigating the incident told reporters.

"Greg was more than a champion driver, he was a beloved member of the NASCAR community, a fierce competitor, and a friend to so many," Nascar said in a statement where it confirmed Biffle had died along with his wife, daughter, son, and three others.

"His passion for racing, his integrity, and his commitment to fans and fellow competitors alike made a lasting impact on the sport," the company added.