Cessna 150L Aircraft under $100,000
Under $100k for a piston single is the value-entry price band — typically older airframes (1960s-80s), mid-life or run-out engines, original or basic avionics with retrofit ADS-B Out compliance. These are entry-budget trainers and touring singles. Budget realistically for engine work, ADS-B Out compliance if not yet installed, panel upgrades and corrosion-area inspection.
The Cessna 150L is the early-1970s 150 (1971-1974) — a 100-hp Continental O-200 two-seat trainer from the swept-tail era and one of the most common used 150s. Like the rest of the line it is forgiving, cheap to run and cruises around 95 kt, so the decision among 150s is condition and engine time. A benchmark primary trainer and one of the lowest-cost ways into ownership.
25 used Cessna 150L aircraft for sale under $100,000 · 2-seat · Used median asking $49,000 · updated 13 hours ago
Cessna 150L Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 150L is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 97 kt (180 km/h), a range of 420 nm (778 km), and a useful load of 530 lbs (240 kg).
Cessna 150L for Sale
Browse all listings →Cessna 150L asking prices range from $30,000 to $77,500, with a median of $49,000 (market reference $42,000).
Cessna 150L Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | 1959–1977 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $13K – $85K | Choose the standard 150 for the most affordable two-seat trainer and time-builder — cheap to own and supported everywhere. Choose the 150 Aerobat if you want a factory-certified aerobatic two-seater for spin, loop and roll training at a similar running cost. | 43 |
| 150E | 1965–1965 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | — | A 1960s Cessna 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 1 |
| 150F | 1966–1966 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $35K – $74K | A 1960s Cessna 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 8 |
| 150G | 1967–1967 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $39K – $65K | A common 1960s 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 7 |
| 150H | 1968–1970 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $31K – $75K | A 1960s 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 15 |
| 150K | 1970–1977 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $52K – $65K | A 1960s 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 5 |
| 150M | 1975–1977 | 2 | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 420 nm (778 km) | 530 lbs (240 kg) | $34K – $88K | The last and most-refined Cessna 150 — one of the most affordable two-seat trainers and an accessible entry into aircraft ownership. | 21 |
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Browse all Cessna models →Cessna 150L Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 150L cost? Used 150L prices: $30K – $77K, average $49K (median $49K); market reference $42K, across 21 priced of 25 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
The 150L's appeal is low cost — a 100-hp Continental O-200, simple systems and parts everywhere. Engine time since overhaul and an ex-trainer, high-cycle airframe's condition (corrosion, logbooks) are the real variables, not the modest purchase price.
Buying a Used Cessna 150L
Buying a Cessna 150L comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 150L
About the Cessna 150L
What is the 150 Aerobat and is it available on the 150L?
What to inspect on a used 150L (or Aerobat)?
150L vs 152 — which two-seater?
Is the 150L still viable for aerobatic training?
Cessna 150L Inventory by Country
| United States | 28 |
| France | 2 |
| Canada | 1 |
| Spain | 1 |
Cessna 150L Inventory by State
| California | 15 |
| Texas | 14 |
| Florida | 13 |
| South Carolina | 6 |
| New York | 4 |
| Washington | 4 |
| North Carolina | 3 |
| Connecticut | 3 |
| Idaho | 3 |
| New Jersey | 3 |
| Oklahoma | 3 |
| Arkansas | 2 |
Cessna 150L by Price
| Under $100k | 139 |
| Under $200k | 144 |
| Under $300k | 144 |
| Under $500k | 144 |
Cessna 150L by Decade
| 1970s | 24 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 12 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 150L Safety Record
Across all 150L variants, 464 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2026. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
464
Total Events
240
Incidents
56
Serious
81
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | Gantt, SC | Incident | — |
| Jan 05, 2026 | Round Lake Park, IL | Incident | — |
| Dec 06, 2024 | Meridian, MS | Serious | The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contri… |
| Dec 04, 2024 | Glen Avon, OR | Incident | — |
| Oct 22, 2024 | Bacchus Marsh, OF | Fatal (1) | — |
NTSB records 1982–2026. Includes all Cessna 150L variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.