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 17, 1994 SPRING, TX N150CL Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF FROM THE TOUCH AND GO LANDING. FACTORS WERE THE INADVERTENT PORPOISE …

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF FROM THE TOUCH AND GO LANDING. FACTORS WERE THE INADVERTENT PORPOISE AND THE SOFT TERRAIN.

May 14, 1994 DEL RIO, TX N51150 Incident substantial
FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS DUE TO THE PILOT'S INACCURATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING WA…

FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS DUE TO THE PILOT'S INACCURATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING WAS A FACTOR.

May 12, 1994 CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI N6872F Incident substantial the loss of engine power due to a binding carburetor heat door.
May 07, 1994 PORT SAINT JOE, FL N704LZ Serious (2) destroyed THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. THE LOW ALTITUDE AT THE TIME OF THE STALL WAS A FACTOR.
May 02, 1994 CHEHALIS, WA N150S Incident substantial THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: CROSSWIND.
Apr 30, 1994 ARROYO CITY, TX N190AR Fatal (2) destroyed
THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT STALL DURING THE PULL UP. FACTORS WERE THE LOW PASS, HIS OSTENTATIOUS DISPLAY, AND HIS INABILITY TO RECOVER FROM THE STALL DUE…

THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT STALL DURING THE PULL UP. FACTORS WERE THE LOW PASS, HIS OSTENTATIOUS DISPLAY, AND HIS INABILITY TO RECOVER FROM THE STALL DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ALTITUDE.

Apr 30, 1994 FARMINGDALE, NJ N1561Q Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.
Apr 30, 1994 HOLLIS, NH N5907G Serious (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which failed to detect contaminated fuel which resulted in fuel starvation.
Apr 25, 1994 WESTMINSTER, MD N11522 Minor destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and the inflight loss of control. A factor is the pilot's f…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and the inflight loss of control. A factor is the pilot's failure to do a go around.

Apr 23, 1994 WASHINGTON CROS, NJ N6101K Incident substantial the pilot-in-command's inadequate in-flight planning which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Apr 20, 1994 ANGOLA, IN N7044X Incident substantial the on ground collision of the airplane with a deer. A factor was the dark night.
Apr 17, 1994 FREDRICKTOWN, MO N51175 Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor associated with the accident was the crosswind.
Apr 17, 1994 MOUNT VERNON, OH N22601 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with the ground. Factors were transmission wi…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with the ground. Factors were transmission wires and the pilot's inadequate inflight decision.

Apr 17, 1994 MT HOME VILLAGE, CA N9276U Minor substantial
A loss of engine power due to undetermined reasons. The failure of the student pilot to properly plan his airport traffic pattern to reach the runway …

A loss of engine power due to undetermined reasons. The failure of the student pilot to properly plan his airport traffic pattern to reach the runway or other suitable forced landing area in the event of a loss of engine power was a factor in the accident.

Apr 11, 1994 HAZEL GREEN, AL N11560 Incident substantial
THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WHEN THE FRACTURED PIECE OF THE ROCKER BOSS INTERRUPTED THE NORMAL OPERATION OF A MOVABLE COMPONENT UNDER THE VALVE COVER. A …

THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WHEN THE FRACTURED PIECE OF THE ROCKER BOSS INTERRUPTED THE NORMAL OPERATION OF A MOVABLE COMPONENT UNDER THE VALVE COVER. A FACTOR WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN IN THE LANDING AREA.

Mar 26, 1994 WOODLAND, WA N5537E Serious (1) substantial AIRSPEED WAS NOT MAINTAINED.
Mar 26, 1994 N. MYRTLE BEACH, SC N16233 Minor substantial The improper procedures used by ground personnel during banner tow operations.
Mar 19, 1994 STEAMBOAT SPRGS, CO N233DB Incident substantial THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF TOO LOW AN ALTITUDE IN HIGH MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN.
Mar 18, 1994 INDEPENDENCE, MO N9396A Incident substantial were the premature lift-off, and the failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane.
Mar 08, 1994 VERO BEACH, FL N714MJ Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE STUDENT PILOT TO PROPERLY RECOVER FROM A BOUNCED LANDING.
Mar 04, 1994 SACRAMENTO, CA N22682 Serious
the child's disregard for prescribed safety procedures which was compounded by the diminishing lighting conditions existing at the time, and her lack …

the child's disregard for prescribed safety procedures which was compounded by the diminishing lighting conditions existing at the time, and her lack of familiarity with an aviation environment.

Feb 27, 1994 CHANDLER, AZ N10669 Incident substantial THE PILOT'S INTENTIONAL SWERVE TO AVOID A LARGE BIRD THAT FLEW TOWARD THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL.
Feb 27, 1994 CLARKSTON, WA N50765 Incident substantial THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S INADEQUATE USE OF CARBURETOR HEAT. FACTOR(S) WERE: CARBURETOR ICING WEATHER CONDITIONS AND ROUGH TERRAIN.
Feb 25, 1994 PIERSON, FL N704BY Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO MAINTAIN ALIGNMENT WITH THE RUNWAY AND AIRSPEED RESULTING IN THE AIRCRAFT STALLING.
Feb 24, 1994 SAN JACINTO, CA N10998 Fatal (2) destroyed
THE PILOT'S IMPAIRMENT OF JUDGMENT AND PERFORMANCE DUE TO ALCOHOL AND DRUGS, WHICH LED TO HIS IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN …

THE PILOT'S IMPAIRMENT OF JUDGMENT AND PERFORMANCE DUE TO ALCOHOL AND DRUGS, WHICH LED TO HIS IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ALTITUDE/CLEARANCE FROM MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN, WHILE MANEUVERING AT LOW ALTITUDE.

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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