On January 15, 2013, about 1945 eastern standard time, a Cessna 208B airplane, N1120N, was substantially damaged after colliding with trees shortly after takeoff from Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County (KPLN), Pellston, Michigan. The certificated commercial pilot, the sole occupant, was fatally injured. The air cargo flight was operated by Martinaire Aviation, L.L.C. and was conducted under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135. Night visual meteorological conditions prevailed and a flight plan was filed. The flight originated from KPLN about 1942.