# NTSB Accident CHI03LA228
> **Ference Varieze** · 2003-07-26 · Macomb, MI, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI03LA228
- **Event ID:** 20030729X01219
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2003-07-26
- **Location:** Macomb, MI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 42.663887, -82.965553
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Ference
- **Model:** Varieze
- **Registration:** N617JF
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to secure the window canopy before takeoff and his failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a loss of control.  The pilot's diverted attention is a contributing factor.

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