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
Nov 30, 2013	Portland, ME	N4478U	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during landing.
Nov 25, 2013	Hopewell, AL	N16078	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and preflight and inflight fuel p… A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and preflight and inflight fuel planning that did not account for increased headwind.
Oct 26, 2013	Livingston, AL	N684RA	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate soft-field technique during the precautionary landing, which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the pilo… The pilot's inadequate soft-field technique during the precautionary landing, which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in departure with an open fuel port and the subsequent in-flight, overboard venting of the fuel supply.
Sep 06, 2013	Denver, CO	N4791X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing which resulted in an impact with the runway surface. A contributing factor was the … The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing which resulted in an impact with the runway surface. A contributing factor was the certified flight instructor delayed response to the pilot's improper landing.
Aug 27, 2013	Chestertown, MD	N1574Q	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper control inputs which resulted in a loss of control and aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the flight ins… The student pilot's improper control inputs which resulted in a loss of control and aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Aug 04, 2013	Hermleigh, TX	N4281U	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper positional awareness, which resulted in an off airport landing and impact with terrain.
Jun 10, 2013	Franklin, OH	N3718J	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper fuel planning which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Apr 01, 2013	Brush Praire, WA	N4342U	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare.
Mar 23, 2013	Bellingham, WA	N7177X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Mar 02, 2013	Naples, ME	N3438J	Incident	substantial	The student pilot’s improper decision to land on a frozen lake.
Jan 24, 2013	Matlock, WA	N18690	Incident	substantial	A partial loss of engine power after a descent to a lower altitude due to the student pilot's delayed action in applying carburetor heat while operati… A partial loss of engine power after a descent to a lower altitude due to the student pilot's delayed action in applying carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
Jan 18, 2013	Porterville, CA	N50690	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Dec 20, 2012	Indian Trail, NC	N50757	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate glidepath and airspeed control during short final approach and the airplane’s improper touchdown … The flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate glidepath and airspeed control during short final approach and the airplane’s improper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Dec 13, 2012	Juneau, AK	N1901Z	Incident	substantial	The collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll, as a result of fatigue cracking. Contributing to the accident was the improper mai… The collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll, as a result of fatigue cracking. Contributing to the accident was the improper maintenance of the landing gear.
Nov 20, 2012	Red Oak, IA	N8000S	Incident	substantial	The loss of control while landing due to the solo student pilot's delay to execute a go-around and his improper control inputs during a bounced landin… The loss of control while landing due to the solo student pilot's delay to execute a go-around and his improper control inputs during a bounced landing.
Oct 24, 2012	Carrollton, OH	N5978E	Incident	substantial	The airplane’s collision with two deer during the takeoff roll.
Oct 21, 2012	Mansfield, MA	N7250S	Incident	substantial	The pilots’ failure to apply carburetor heat during takeoff, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice.
Oct 21, 2012	Seneca Falls, NY	N1791Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing, which resulted in an impact with a drainage ditch.
Sep 25, 2012	St Johns, AZ	N5892E	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.
Aug 24, 2012	Arrow Rock, MO	N63672	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate fuel management and in-flight decision making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jul 31, 2012	Cottage Grove, WI	N45080	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to land on a runway with significant overgrown vegetation along the edges and his landing, which was left of the centerline.
Jun 21, 2012	Jackson, CA	N524CC	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Jun 14, 2012	Gulf Shores, AL	N9119U	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper flight control inputs and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the attempted go-around, which resulted … The student pilot's improper flight control inputs and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the attempted go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jun 09, 2012	Alabaster, AL	N6963S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions.
Jun 03, 2012	Ketchikan, AK	N3235J	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s decision to take off with a quartering tailwind, which resulted in a loss of control.

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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