How many accidents has the Cessna 150 had?

The NTSB has recorded 3241 events involving the Cessna 150: 427 fatal, 351 serious, 590 minor injuries, and 1860 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 150 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 150 has 3241 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 150 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 3241 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

3241

All Events

1860

Incidents

590

Minor

351

Serious

427

Fatal (611 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 08, 1999	MAYBELL, CO	N6128K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadvertent stall while maneuvering. Factors were the wind gusts weather conditions, and the high density altitude weather conditions.
Apr 22, 1999	VANCOUVER, WA	N3510J	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot of the other aircraft to maintain clearance from the pilot's stationary aircraft.
Apr 18, 1999	YUBA CITY, CA	N22710	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of a cylinder's exhaust valve. A contributing factor was the uneven terrain at the fo… A total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of a cylinder's exhaust valve. A contributing factor was the uneven terrain at the forced landing site. The reason for the fatigue could not be determined.
Mar 31, 1999	LEONARDTOWN, MD	N8524J	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a crosswind landing.
Mar 29, 1999	PEMBROKE PINES, FL	N60476	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate in-flight/planning decision and his mismanagement of the fuel supply.
Mar 16, 1999	FAIRBANKS, AK	N8620S	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
Feb 20, 1999	HILLSBORO, OR	N16058	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft. A related factor was the crosswind condition.
Feb 14, 1999	BATON ROUGE, LA	N6405K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach airspeed which resulted in a excessive descent rate and hard landing and the pilot's failure to r… The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach airspeed which resulted in a excessive descent rate and hard landing and the pilot's failure to recover from a bounced landing. A factor was the pilot's lack of total experience.
Feb 06, 1999	BURNT CHIMNEY, VA	N19186	Incident	destroyed	The pilot's decision to land on a short runway with a strong tailwind, and his failure to obtain a proper touchdown point.
Feb 06, 1999	HILLMAN, MI	N3332J	Incident	substantial	the pilot's misjudging crosswinds during landing roll. Factors were crosswinds and a snow and ice covered runway, and the snowbank.
Jan 20, 1999	MIDDLETON, WI	N1956Z	Incident	substantial	inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the ice in the fuel system. A factor associated with the accident was the ravine which the airplane co… inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the ice in the fuel system. A factor associated with the accident was the ravine which the airplane contacted during the forced landing.
Jan 19, 1999	HILLSDALE, MI	N8142F	Incident	substantial	the pilot's disregarding preparation for the flight. Factors were a frozen landing gear wheel, and the snowbank.
Jan 10, 1999	CONWAY, AR	N23303	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice during the approach to land. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jan 08, 1999	MADISONVILLE, TX	N66464	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's failure to refuel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced l… The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's failure to refuel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Dec 24, 1998	PEMBROKE PINES, FL	N252WM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff with insufficient runway remaining.
Dec 06, 1998	EAST TROY, WI	N63563	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind, and the ditch.
Dec 05, 1998	ADJUNTAS, PR	N5957T	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power due to the restricted movement of the intake and exhaust valves on number 3 cylinder.
Dec 03, 1998	COLUMBIA, NC	N18022	Incident	substantial	The failure of the #2 exhaust valve that resulted in the total loss of engine power. A factor is the lack of suitable emergency landing terrain.
Nov 20, 1998	TOWER, MN	N66314	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane after landing. Factors contributing to this accident were the icy runway … the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane after landing. Factors contributing to this accident were the icy runway and the snowbank.
Nov 06, 1998	WINNSBORO, SC	N330JC	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper landing flare that resulted in overload damage to the nose wheel assembly.
Nov 05, 1998	WARRENSBURG, MO	N704LV	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's inadequate flare and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were, the … the student pilot's inadequate flare and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were, the student's lack of total experience and the dirt bank which was contacted.
Oct 31, 1998	WINTER HAVEN, FL	N6679F	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing and ground loop.
Oct 11, 1998	CLINTON, MD	N11951	Incident	destroyed	The student pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 02, 1998	WILEY FORD, WV	N9273U	Incident	substantial	Was the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during an unforecast change in wind velocity. Factors were the gusts and the lack of rec… Was the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during an unforecast change in wind velocity. Factors were the gusts and the lack of recent experience for the pilot.
Sep 29, 1998	FREELAND, WA	N5867C	Incident	substantial	Failure of the number two intake valve rocker arm in fatigue, and overload of the nose landing gear assembly. Factors include a ditch encountered du… Failure of the number two intake valve rocker arm in fatigue, and overload of the nose landing gear assembly. Factors include a ditch encountered during the forced landing.

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.

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