Cessna 150 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 3241 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 09, 1999 | EL RENO, OK | N3603J | Minor | substantial |
The total loss of engine power resulting from a fatigue failure of the intake rocker arm for the #4 cylinder. A factor was the soft terrain encountere…The total loss of engine power resulting from a fatigue failure of the intake rocker arm for the #4 cylinder. A factor was the soft terrain encountered during the forced landing. |
| Aug 22, 1999 | ZACHARY, LA | N6243R | Minor | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion resulting from the pilot's failure to refuel and his disorientation. Factors were the dusk light…The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion resulting from the pilot's failure to refuel and his disorientation. Factors were the dusk light conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Aug 20, 1999 | GARRETT, IN | N161BA | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's improper inflight planning/decision to land and takeoff on the airstrip which was unsuitable and closed, and the pilot's failure to attain…the pilot's improper inflight planning/decision to land and takeoff on the airstrip which was unsuitable and closed, and the pilot's failure to attain clearance with the trees during the takeoff initial climb. Factors associated with the accident were the trees and the short airstrip which contained high vegetation. |
| Aug 16, 1999 | LAMBERTVILLE, MI | N4061J | Minor | substantial |
the inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the pilot's failure to remove the aileron gust lock before flight. Factors to the accident were the…the inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the pilot's failure to remove the aileron gust lock before flight. Factors to the accident were the soft terrain adjacent to the runway and the collapse of the nose gear. |
| Aug 09, 1999 | GREENEVILLE, TN | N3187X | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to remain clear of clouds while operating under visual flight rules resulting in the aircraft colliding with trees on rising terra…The pilot's failure to remain clear of clouds while operating under visual flight rules resulting in the aircraft colliding with trees on rising terrain as he flew in the clouds. |
| Aug 08, 1999 | CYPRESS, TX | N60784 | Minor | substantial | The flight instructor's failure to maintain/obtain airspeed during takeoff climb, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush. |
| Aug 02, 1999 | BRYAN, TX | N444UF | Minor | substantial | The flight instructor's inadvertent stall while performing an evasive maneuver to avoid colliding with powerlines. |
| Aug 01, 1999 | GREENVILLE, SC | N3206V | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power while in descent for landing due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to properly plan and load the fuel…A total loss of engine power while in descent for landing due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to properly plan and load the fuel required, and the subsequent collision with the terrain during a forced landing. |
| Jul 24, 1999 | MANVILLE, NJ | N714HS | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to follow the checklist and improper use of the carburetor heat. A factor in the accident was determined to be the density altitu…The pilot's failure to follow the checklist and improper use of the carburetor heat. A factor in the accident was determined to be the density altitude. |
| Jul 23, 1999 | UDALL, KS | N6726G | Minor | substantial |
the failure of maintenance personnel to properly safety the aileron control cable during installation, the disconnected aileron control cable, and the…the failure of maintenance personnel to properly safety the aileron control cable during installation, the disconnected aileron control cable, and the unavailability of aileron control to the pilot. |
| Jul 20, 1999 | ASHEBORO, NC | N704ET | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed that resulted in a stall and the subsequent collision with trees. |
| Jul 05, 1999 | LYONS, KS | N45078 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate fuel management leading to fuel exhaustion. |
| Jun 07, 1999 | ST. AUGUSTINE, FL | N704KK | Minor | substantial | The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition. A factor associated with the accident was the crosswind. |
| Jun 04, 1999 | LA FAYETTE, GA | N3773V | Minor | substantial | The improper flare by the student pilot and the inadequate supervision by the pilot in command. |
| May 12, 1999 | LUCERNE VALLEY, CA | N66487 | Minor | substantial | the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane and improper fuel consumption calculations. |
| May 02, 1999 | CHATTANOOGA, TN | N704RB | Minor | substantial | The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the flare/touchdown. |
| May 01, 1999 | SENECA, SC | N50943 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall and subsequent impact with trees. |
| Feb 03, 1999 | PAXTON, IL | N704BF | Minor | substantial |
the inadequate preflight planning by the pilot in command and the exhaustion of usable fuel. Factors were the tailwind landing condition and the roug…the inadequate preflight planning by the pilot in command and the exhaustion of usable fuel. Factors were the tailwind landing condition and the rough terrain at the landing site. |
| Nov 28, 1998 | BRAITHWAITE, LA | N567G | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadvertent stall/spin. Factors were the terrain induced turbulence and the insufficient altitude for recovery. |
| Nov 26, 1998 | NEW BROCKTON, AL | N3060X | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's failure to perform fuel consumption calculations for the flight, resulting in a total power failure due to fuel exhaustion, and subsequen…the pilot's failure to perform fuel consumption calculations for the flight, resulting in a total power failure due to fuel exhaustion, and subsequent forced landing in soft terrain. Contributing factors in this accident were inadequate pre-flight planning and preparation. |
| Oct 02, 1998 | POCAHONTAS, MS | N63447 | Minor | substantial |
The delay by the pilot-in-command (CFI) to abort the takeoff after the student landed slightly long and his delay to add power to perform a touch-and-…The delay by the pilot-in-command (CFI) to abort the takeoff after the student landed slightly long and his delay to add power to perform a touch-and-go landing. |
| Sep 07, 1998 | EATON RAPIDS, MI | N6759F | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's improper decision to abort the takeoff while in the air and beyond the point where the pilot could execute a landing on the remaining airs…the pilot's improper decision to abort the takeoff while in the air and beyond the point where the pilot could execute a landing on the remaining airstrip runway area. A factor which contributed to this accident was the soybean crop. |
| Sep 06, 1998 | HILLTOP LAKES, TX | N22799 | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience in grass field operations, the un…The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience in grass field operations, the unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and the pilot's failure to perform a soft field takeoff procedure more suitable for the terrain [high grass]. |
| Sep 01, 1998 | KILL DEVIL HILL, NC | N50009 | Minor | substantial |
Failure of the number one cylinder exhaust valve resulting in loss of engine power and a forced landing on unsuitable terrain at which time the aircra…Failure of the number one cylinder exhaust valve resulting in loss of engine power and a forced landing on unsuitable terrain at which time the aircraft nosed over. |
| Aug 28, 1998 | LAMAR, CO | N704DL | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain climb airspeed, and inadvertently allowing the airplane to stall/mush. A factor was the embankment. |