Behind the checkered flags and 19 NASCAR Cup Series victories, Greg Biffle carried a quieter title few fans ever witnessed: rescuer. When Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina in September 2024—unleashing catastrophic flooding, landslides, and cutting off mountain communities

—Biffle didn’t wait for an invitation. A licensed pilot, he launched his personal Robinson R-44 helicopter from Statesville Airport and flew directly into devastated zones others struggled to reach. He conducted extractions, delivered propane, medical supplies, and even Starlink devices to restore communication. Working alongside volunteer groups like United Cajun Navy and Operation Airdrop, Biffle helped coordinate hundreds of flights. Fellow pilots nicknamed him “Batman” for the relentless missions—responding instantly when one stranded survivor flashed a mirror from a forest clearing. “He stepped up without hesitation,” allies said, noting that the fulfillment he found in saving lives rivaled any trophy he’d ever lifted. Western North Carolina leaders would later call him an “unsung hero,” and the phrase “Be Like Biff” became shorthand for courage in action.

Tragically, that same fearless spirit ended in the December 18, 2025 crash of a Cessna aircraft that claimed Greg, 55, along with his wife Cristina, daughter Emma (14), son Ryder (5), and others—an unimaginable loss that shook both racing and aviation communities. Tributes poured in, including emotional remembrances from Cleetus McFarland and countless fans who began to see the full measure of the man behind the helmet. Yes, he was a champion driver. But more enduring was his servant’s heart—the pilot who risked everything for strangers in the mountains, who believed helping people in need was the greatest victory of all. Rest easy, Biff. Your race continues in every life you lifted from the storm. 🕊️🔥