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
Mar 03, 1995	JEFFERSON, GA	N1321Q	Incident	substantial	THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER BECAUSE OF STICKING VALVES. A FACTOR WAS THE CONTINUOUS USE OF AN IMPROPER FUEL GRADE.
Feb 23, 1995	GRANT, MI	N7127X	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's decision to intentionally land downwind and his failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. The … The student pilot's decision to intentionally land downwind and his failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. The pilot's lack of experience and the tailwind were contributing factors.
Feb 20, 1995	WASHINGTON, MO	N5255Q	Incident	substantial	the CFI's failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to takeoff which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors related to the accident were the student's … the CFI's failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to takeoff which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors related to the accident were the student's misjudgment of the fuel quantity and the soft terrain.
Feb 20, 1995	CAREFREE, AZ	N2688J	Incident	destroyed	the pilot's premature retraction of the flaps and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during a go-around, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/… the pilot's premature retraction of the flaps and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during a go-around, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush.
Feb 18, 1995	BURLEY, ID	N45325	Fatal (2)	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE DUAL STUDENT TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED WHILE MANEUVERING, AND THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR'S INADEQUATE SUPERVISION.
Feb 11, 1995	PIEDMONT, SC	N607BB	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The pilot's inappropriate 'buzzing' that resulted in exceeding the airplane's design stress limits, the failure of the windshield, and the pilot's sub… The pilot's inappropriate 'buzzing' that resulted in exceeding the airplane's design stress limits, the failure of the windshield, and the pilot's subsequent loss of control and impact with the ground.
Feb 05, 1995	COMMERCE, OK	N8732S	Incident	substantial	FUEL EXHAUSTION AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT FAILING TO PERFORM AN ADEQUATE PREFLIGHT INSPECTION OF THE AIRPLANE. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ON WHICH TO… FUEL EXHAUSTION AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT FAILING TO PERFORM AN ADEQUATE PREFLIGHT INSPECTION OF THE AIRPLANE. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ON WHICH TO MAKE A FORCED LANDING WAS A FACTOR.
Feb 04, 1995	ARNAUDVILLE, LA	N6464T	Fatal (1)	destroyed	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED WHILE CIRCLING AT LOW ALTITUDE, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL AND SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH… THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED WHILE CIRCLING AT LOW ALTITUDE, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL AND SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH TERRAIN (WOODED RIVER BANK). A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S USE OF A DRUG THAT WAS NOT APPROVED FOR USE WHILE FLYING.
Jan 27, 1995	NEEDVILLE, TX	N1493Q	Fatal (2)	destroyed	Loss of control at an altitude insufficient for recovery after one of the two pilots on board attempted an aerobatic maneuver.
Jan 21, 1995	CASTLEWOOD, SD	N8981S	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation. Factors associated with the accident are the snow covered/drifted runway, and a fence.
Jan 20, 1995	PRESCOTT, AR	N704CH	Incident	substantial	FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO REFUEL. FACTORS WERE THE PILOT'S DISORIENTATION AND LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR A FORCED LANDING.
Jan 04, 1995	FAYETTEVILLE, TN	N7185S	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF CARBURETOR HEAT.
Dec 27, 1994	MONAHANS, TX	N6417S	Serious (2)	destroyed	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO USE THE CARBURETOR HEAT AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED. A FACTOR WAS THE ICING CONDITIONS.
Dec 27, 1994	NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV	N7446G	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decisions, and his failure to initiate remedial actions in a timely fashion.
Dec 23, 1994	RHINE, GA	N3221J	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE NUMBER TWO CYLINDER ROCKER SHAFT BOSSES, WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, AND AN EVENTUAL EMERGENCY LANDING.
Dec 21, 1994	WHEELING, WV	N7175S	Minor	destroyed	The student pilot's inadequately planned cross-country flight, and his subsequent disorientation, resulting in fuel exhaustion and a collision with an… The student pilot's inadequately planned cross-country flight, and his subsequent disorientation, resulting in fuel exhaustion and a collision with an object.
Dec 21, 1994	CARLSBAD, CA	N6660F	Incident	substantial	the pilot's misjudged landing flare which resulted in a stall and a subsequent impact with the runway.
Dec 12, 1994	ORMOND BEACH, FL	N704BJ	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO INSURE THE AIRCRAFT CONTAINED ENOUGH FUEL TO COMPLETE THE FLIGHT RESULTING IN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO FUEL EXHAUS… THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO INSURE THE AIRCRAFT CONTAINED ENOUGH FUEL TO COMPLETE THE FLIGHT RESULTING IN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION.
Dec 12, 1994	FORT PIERCE, FL	N9436U	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND BECAME LOST AND OPERATED THE AIRCRAFT UNTIL FUEL EXHAUSTION.
Nov 20, 1994	MANVILLE, NJ	N2984V	Incident	substantial	the certificated flight instructor's failure to maintain adequate supervision of the student pilot and ensure control of the airplane during the landi… the certificated flight instructor's failure to maintain adequate supervision of the student pilot and ensure control of the airplane during the landing flare/touchdown. The student pilot's lack of total experience and improper aircraft handling were related factors.
Nov 14, 1994	EL MONTE, CA	N6110K	Minor	substantial	fuel exhaustion due to the failure of both pilots to ensure that an adequate supply was on board prior to departure.
Nov 11, 1994	SEGUIN, TX	N9237U	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN A PROPER CLIMB RATE AFTER TAKEOFF. A FACTOR WAS THE DARK NIGHT LIGHT CONDITION.
Nov 11, 1994	ZEELAND, MI	N3875V	Incident	substantial	the pilot's loss of directional control during touch and go landings. Factors were the crosswind and the pilot's lack of total experience.
Nov 09, 1994	DAWSON SPRINGS, KY	N5483Q	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance. Other related factors are night conditions and the pilot's improper inflight planning/dec… The pilot's failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance. Other related factors are night conditions and the pilot's improper inflight planning/decision.
Nov 09, 1994	TOMAHAWK, WI	N9143U	Incident	substantial	the collision with deer during landing - flare/touchdown.

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.

← Cessna 150 For Sale All Cessna Models

Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data

Looking to buy a Cessna 150? View 133 Cessna 150 for sale ↓

Cessna 150 Safety Record

Report an Issue