Here’s a breakdown of the key information from the provided text, focusing on the plane crash and the emotional impact on those who knew the victims:
The Crash:
* A small plane crashed in North Carolina.
* Witnesses reported seeing the plane loop back towards the airport.
* The plane had departed and was on reapproach to the airport, but the reason for the return is unknown.
* The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
The Victims & Emotional Impact:
* The crash involved a family.
* Cathy Grossu, a grandmother of two of the victims, is deeply grieving. She expresses regret for not specifically saying “I love you” during her last goodbye.
* The victims included:
* Michael Biffle (father)
* Emma Biffle (14, daughter of Michael Biffle and Nicole Lunders)
* Ryder Biffle (5, son of Michael Biffle)
* Grossu describes the family as “good people” who “lived life to the fullest” and were generous.
* Ryder was described as a energetic child who dreamed of becoming an F1 driver and frequently visited his grandparents. He had asked to open a Christmas present early, but was told to wait. Grossu regrets not letting him open one now.
The article focuses heavily on the emotional toll of the tragedy, notably through the words of Cathy Grossu.
