A Cessna Citation 550 jet crashed during a landing attempt at Statesville Regional Airport in Iredell County, North Carolina, shortly after 10:20 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The aircraft had taken off from the same airport minutes earlier before turning back and attempting to land. The crash occurred on airport grounds and prompted an emergency response from multiple local and federal agencies.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the aircraft involved and stated that it would lead the investigation into the incident. The plane is registered to GB Aviation Leasing, a company owned by former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Officials have not released information about the number of people on board or their condition at the time of the crash.

Weather conditions and flight path data are being reviewed as part of the investigation. Preliminary tracking shows the aircraft made a rapid turn shortly after takeoff before descending toward the runway. The cause of the crash has not been determined, and authorities are continuing to gather evidence.

As of Thursday afternoon, no official casualty count has been provided. Emergency crews remained on site, and federal investigators were expected to conduct further assessments. Updates will be released as more verified information becomes available.

Sources: CNN, WBTV, WCNC Charlotte