Overview

Grammy award-winning country ⁢songwriter Brett James, known for hits like Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus,‍ Take the Wheel”‌ and Kenny Chesney’s “When the Sun Goes Down,” died in a‌ plane crash in Franklin, North Carolina, on⁢ thursday, September 12, 2024. He was 57 years old. The single-engine Cirrus SR22T aircraft crashed wiht no survivors.

Details of the Crash

The Federal Aviation Administration reported a preliminary investigation into the crash of a⁢ small plane with three people aboard. The plane‌ went down Thursday afternoon “under ‌unknown circumstances” in a wooded area near Franklin,⁢ North Carolina. The North Carolina ⁣State Highway Patrol confirmed there⁣ were no ​survivors.

James was traveling in a Cirrus SR22T registered⁣ to Brett James Cornelius, his legal name, according to FAA records. It remains unclear whether James was piloting the ⁣aircraft. The​ FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are conducting a‍ full investigation to determine the cause of the crash.

Brett⁢ James’s Career and Legacy

brett James (born Brett James Cornelius on December ⁣28, 1966) established himself as a ⁤highly sought-after songwriter in Nashville. His songwriting credits include numerous chart-topping songs for ‍some of country music’s biggest stars.

• “Jesus, Take the Wheel” ⁤ – Carrie Underwood​ (2005)
• “When the ⁤Sun ⁣Goes Down” – Kenny Chesney featuring Uncle Kracker (2004)
• “Something to ‍Be Proud ⁢Of” – Montgomery Gentry (2003)
• “Out of the Blue” – Kenny Chesney (2005)
• “I Saw the Light” – Wynonna Judd‍ (1993)

James won a Grammy Award⁢ in 2006 for his work on Carrie Underwood’s‍ “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” He was also a recipient of multiple awards from the American Society of Composers, Authors and⁢ Publishers (ASCAP). His songs frequently enough explored themes of ‌faith, love, and everyday life, resonating with a broad audience.

The cirrus SR22T Aircraft

The‍ cirrus SR22T is a popular single-engine, four- or​ five-seat airplane known for its safety ⁢features, including a whole-airframe parachute system.cirrus Aircraft emphasizes the SR22T’s advanced avionics and ease of⁢ operation. Though, the ⁢aircraft has⁤ been involved in a number⁣ of accidents over the years, prompting investigations into its design​ and operation.

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