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
Sep 22, 2014 Brookfield, WI N50889 Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate maintenance and preflight of the airplane which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to oil starvation.
Jul 29, 2014 Waterloo, NY N66358 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from obstructions while on approach to the runway.
Jun 06, 2014 Ronan, MT N3376B Minor substantial A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to insufficient evidence.
Dec 28, 2013 Gladewater, TX N6905G Minor substantial The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Dec 14, 2013 Henderson, NV N7015F Minor substantial The flight crew's improper in-flight fuel planning lead to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a complete loss of engine power.
Jun 10, 2013 Morrilton, AR N6412G Minor substantial
The flight instructor's inadequate training and oversight of the student pilot, which resulted in the noncertificated student pilot's loss of control …

The flight instructor's inadequate training and oversight of the student pilot, which resulted in the noncertificated student pilot's loss of control during landing.
Mar 17, 2013 Baytown, TX N6389S Minor substantial The pilot’s poor in-flight decision-making and improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Sep 21, 2012 Corinth, MS N8465J Minor substantial
The improper torque application on the crankshaft gear bolt by maintenance personnel during an engine overhaul, which resulted in the fatigue failure …

The improper torque application on the crankshaft gear bolt by maintenance personnel during an engine overhaul, which resulted in the fatigue failure of the locking tab washer and gear alignment dowel and subsequent engine stoppage. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s exceedence of the engine overhaul calendar year limits recommended by the engine manufacturer.
Sep 17, 2012 Snohomish, WA N8130F Minor substantial The failure of the right wheel brake hydraulic line during the landing roll, which rendered the brake system inoperative.
Aug 26, 2012 Madera, CA N6346S Minor substantial The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.
Jun 12, 2012 Licey, DR HI-561 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Apr 22, 2012 Wildorado, TX N22857 Minor substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Aug 14, 2011 Sabetha, KS N6953S Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of certification to ac…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of certification to act as a pilot and his lack of recent experience.
Jul 13, 2011 Wheatland, WY N60060 Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident wa…

The pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to continue flight with known equipment deficiencies.
Jun 26, 2011 Winter Haven, FL N18735 Minor substantial The certified flight instructor's failure to maintain control during the attempted go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Mar 19, 2011 Garland, TX N714FS Minor substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Feb 12, 2011 Springdale, AR N3257J Minor substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Nov 04, 2010 Kenmare, ND N23099 Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate landing flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 24, 2010 Gaylord, MI N6032G Minor substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Aug 14, 2010 West Liberty, KY N7023X Minor substantial
The pilot's premature turn toward trees during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's high gross weight and density altitu…

The pilot's premature turn toward trees during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's high gross weight and density altitude that precluded a normal takeoff and climb.
Jul 03, 2010 Neola, UT N3143V Minor substantial A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a power line.
May 31, 2010 Glasco, KS N9388U Minor substantial The pilot’s delay in applying full power to arrest a sink rate at low altitude.
Apr 10, 2010 Galena, ID N4296U Minor substantial The pilot's encounter with soft, snow-covered terrain while executing a precautionary landing.
Apr 07, 2010 Cooperstown, NY N4760X Minor substantial A partial loss of engine power during a simulated engine-out demonstration due to carburetor icing.
Jan 05, 2010 Brownstown, IL N10401 Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the student pilot becoming lost/disoriented in flight.
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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