# NTSB Accident CEN12LA678
> **Infinity 2003** · 2012-09-26 · Merrill, MI, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN12LA678
- **Event ID:** 20121107X11204
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2012-09-26
- **Location:** Merrill, MI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 43.462501, -84.36444
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 2
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Infinity
- **Model:** 2003
- **Registration:** N70319
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## 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.

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