Cessna 150 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 3241 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 02, 2018 | Nampa, ID | N3229V | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s geographic disoriention during a night flight, which resulted in an off-airport landing. |
| Dec 25, 2017 | Perris, CA | N6627G | Incident | substantial |
The presence of debris in the carburetor and blockage of the fuel delivery system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvati…The presence of debris in the carburetor and blockage of the fuel delivery system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the lack of maintenance to the carburetor. |
| Nov 26, 2017 | Midland, TX | N8637S | Incident | substantial | The improper installation of the generator by unknown personnel, which resulted in a loss of oil and subsequent engine failure. |
| Oct 22, 2017 | Pottsville, PA | N22092 | Incident | substantial | The failure of the right rudder cable and subsequent loss of directional control during landing. |
| Oct 08, 2017 | Medina, OH | N7313G | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and porpoise. |
| Sep 20, 2017 | Siler City, NC | N6250T | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper decision to take off with known electrical issues, which distracted him and led to a loss of directional control during the takeo…The pilot's improper decision to take off with known electrical issues, which distracted him and led to a loss of directional control during the takeoff roll. |
| Aug 31, 2017 | Wasilla, AK | N2996S | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot’s inadequate in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, the subsequent total loss of engine power, and a forced off…The student pilot’s inadequate in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, the subsequent total loss of engine power, and a forced off-airport landing. |
| Jul 28, 2017 | McKinney, TX | N6368K | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in bounced landing and the collapse of the nose landing gear. |
| Jun 04, 2017 | Newburyport, MA | N6511S | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's decision to attempt to close the cockpit window during takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control. |
| May 09, 2017 | Homerville, GA | N714DW | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to inadequate maintenance and inspection of the engine, which resulted in a fatigue crack and subsequent failure of t…A total loss of engine power due to inadequate maintenance and inspection of the engine, which resulted in a fatigue crack and subsequent failure of the No. 4 cylinder. |
| Jan 23, 2017 | Denton, TX | N3545L | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Dec 23, 2016 | Warren, MN | N7961F | Incident | substantial | The noncertificated pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Nov 10, 2016 | Snow Hill, NC | N23473 | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane did not reveal any evidence o…The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane did not reveal any evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Oct 08, 2016 | Beasley, TX | N704LE | Incident | substantial | The No. 2 cylinder exhaust valve being stuck in the “full open” position due to carbon deposits, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. |
| Aug 24, 2016 | Franklin, PA | N8120S | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control resulting in a hard landing and the flight instructor's delayed action to assist the student pil…The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control resulting in a hard landing and the flight instructor's delayed action to assist the student pilot during the aborted landing, which resulted in a runway excursion, a right main and nose gear collapse, and fuselage damage. |
| Aug 19, 2016 | Littleton, MA | N9230U | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revea…A total loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Aug 15, 2016 | North Conway, NH | N7157X | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, a total loss of engine power, a forced landing, and nose over. |
| Aug 13, 2016 | Shirley, NY | N3666J | Incident | substantial |
Maintenance personnel’s inadequate maintenance and inspection of the airplane, which resulted in the left elevator attachment bolt backing out of the …Maintenance personnel’s inadequate maintenance and inspection of the airplane, which resulted in the left elevator attachment bolt backing out of the nutplate, and partial inflight separation and damage of the elevator. |
| Aug 02, 2016 | New Albany, MS | N50945 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate pitch attitude during landing, which resulted in an initial nose wheel contact, followed by a nose gear…The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate pitch attitude during landing, which resulted in an initial nose wheel contact, followed by a nose gear collapse, and the airplane came to rest in a nose down position. |
| Jun 29, 2016 | Peachtree City, GA | N1567Q | Incident | substantial | The fatigue failure of the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in a total loss of engine power at low altitude after takeoff. |
| Jun 26, 2016 | Reno, NV | N5842E | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, impact with a sign, and lef…The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, impact with a sign, and left wing damage. |
| Apr 24, 2016 | Sterling City, TX | N8052S | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to establish a climb and maintain directional control during takeoff in quartering tailwind conditions, which resulted in a loss o…The pilot's failure to establish a climb and maintain directional control during takeoff in quartering tailwind conditions, which resulted in a loss of directional control, aborted takeoff, collision with a wire fence, and nose over. |
| Apr 21, 2016 | Bixby, OK | N51242 | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, as the fuel state of the airplane at the time of the accident could not be veri…A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, as the fuel state of the airplane at the time of the accident could not be verified, and postaccident examination of the engine did not provide adequate information. |
| Mar 20, 2016 | Daule, EC | HC-CJS | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 02, 2016 | Simmesport, LA | N3339J | Incident | substantial |
The installation of an improper bearing and thrust washer during engine overhaul, which resulted in failure of the connecting rods and a subsequent to…The installation of an improper bearing and thrust washer during engine overhaul, which resulted in failure of the connecting rods and a subsequent total loss of engine power. |