Pilot Debrief

Infinity 2003 near Merrill, MI — 2012-09-26

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Date
2012-09-26
Location
Merrill, MI, USA
Airport
NONE
Aircraft
Infinity 2003
Registration
N70319
Category
Powered parachute
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Phase of flight
Takeoff roll

Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to attempt a takeoff from midfield, resulting in a collision with trees at the departure end of the field.

NTSB narrative

The pilot began the takeoff from the runway midpoint at a private airstrip and failed to clear trees at the departure end. The powered parachute hit the trees and impacted terrain, causing substantial damage to the aircraft.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Controlled flight into terrain
First missed decision gate
Pilot failed to clear trees at the departure end during takeoff.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents5

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