Cessna 150 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 3241 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2006 | Shelby, NC | N7579U | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's improper preflight inspection and his failure to refuel the airplane resulting in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine po…The student pilot's improper preflight inspection and his failure to refuel the airplane resulting in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. |
| May 27, 2006 | Bishopville, SC | N66058 | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during the approach to land, which resulted in an off-airport emergency landing. |
| May 25, 2006 | Raharney, EI | EI-CHM | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 22, 2006 | Levelland, TX | N6242R | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were low altitude and the gusting wind. |
| May 21, 2006 | Ardmore, OK | N714BL | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. |
| May 18, 2006 | Tucson, AZ | N63149 | Incident | substantial |
the failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control and the certified flight instructor's delayed remedial actions and inadequate supervi…the failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control and the certified flight instructor's delayed remedial actions and inadequate supervision of the flight. |
| May 12, 2006 | Cumming, GA | N1715Q | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to consider the appropriate aircraft performance data prior to takeoff, and his improper use of the wing flaps during takeoff, whi…The pilot's failure to consider the appropriate aircraft performance data prior to takeoff, and his improper use of the wing flaps during takeoff, which resulted in reduced climb performance and an in-flight collision with a residence. A factor associated with the accident was the pilot's operation of the airplane at an over gross weight. |
| May 08, 2006 | Levelland, TX | N10964 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's misjudged landing flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing. |
| May 07, 2006 | Green Valley, AZ | N66705 | Minor | destroyed |
the failure of the certified flight instructor to retract the flaps to the proper go-around setting and to attain/maintain an adequate airspeed, which…the failure of the certified flight instructor to retract the flaps to the proper go-around setting and to attain/maintain an adequate airspeed, which led to a stall/mush. |
| May 06, 2006 | Coleman, TX | N3815J | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for t…The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing. |
| Apr 19, 2006 | Roanake, TX | N3419V | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an unmarked transmission wire. A contributing factor was the low altitude flight. |
| Apr 10, 2006 | Passadumkeag, ME | N714EJ | Minor | substantial |
The partially blocked fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. Factors in the accident included inadequate…The partially blocked fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. Factors in the accident included inadequate maintenance, and the unsuitable terrain. |
| Apr 10, 2006 | Sandstone, MN | N50970 | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terra…The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. |
| Mar 30, 2006 | Hazleton, PA | N704MT | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, resulting in a hard landing. |
| Mar 27, 2006 | San Luis Potosi, MX | XB-KAT | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 24, 2006 | Rockford, OH | N6366S | Serious (2) | substantial |
The fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot-in-command. Additional causes were the inadequately planned app…The fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot-in-command. Additional causes were the inadequately planned approach and improper emergency procedure by the pilot-in-command. |
| Feb 23, 2006 | Hillsboro, OR | N11568 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat in carburetor icing conditions while maneuvering. Soft terrain was a factor. |
| Feb 18, 2006 | Fruitland Park, FL | N5262Q | Serious (2) | substantial | The fatigue failure of the No. 4 cylinder resulting in a loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing. |
| Feb 16, 2006 | White Salmon, WA | N5611E | Serious (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the subsequent inadvertent stall/spin to the ground. Contributing factors were the inadequate pr…The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the subsequent inadvertent stall/spin to the ground. Contributing factors were the inadequate preflight by the pilot, and the airplane's fuel contamination by water. |
| Jan 01, 2006 | Tulsa, OK | N18132 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's improper preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Dec 21, 2005 | Algona, IA | N9292U | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's inadvertent flight into unexpected instrument conditions and his visual look out not possible during takeoff leading to the nose over duri…The pilot's inadvertent flight into unexpected instrument conditions and his visual look out not possible during takeoff leading to the nose over during the emergency landing after takeoff. Factors were the unexpected fog and the dark night conditions. |
| Dec 20, 2005 | Poplar Grove, IL | N8723S | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's inadequate recovery from the bounced landing, and not maintaining airplane control during the landing. |
| Dec 06, 2005 | Packsaddle, NSW, AS | VH-KPQ | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Nov 08, 2005 | Mesa, AZ | N8903S | Minor | substantial |
the failure of the flap motor fuse that rendered the flaps inoperable during a critical phase of flight. Factors in the accident were the lack of sui…the failure of the flap motor fuse that rendered the flaps inoperable during a critical phase of flight. Factors in the accident were the lack of suitable terrain to perform an emergency landing and the owner's use of nonapproved fuses for the flap motor circuit. |
| Nov 05, 2005 | Monroesville, AL | N704VR | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with trees. |