Multiple deaths reported after small aircraft crashes in North Carolina

A corporate jet carrying six people crashed during landing at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina around mid-morning, resulting in multiple fatalities though the exact death toll has not been disclosed. The Cessna C550 business aircraft was airborne for only a brief period after takeoff before it went down on the runway's east end and became completely engulfed in flames. Investigators have not yet determined what caused the accident, and records indicate the plane may be connected to former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle through a private company.