How many accidents has the Cessna 150C had?

The NTSB has recorded 32 events involving the Cessna 150C: 2 fatal, 4 serious, 2 minor injuries, and 24 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 150C a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 150C has 32 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 150C Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 32 events recorded from 1982 to 2021.

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Fatal (3 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Dec 30, 2021	Johnsondale, CA	N7801Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing on a snow-covered unimproved runway.
May 17, 2015	Durango, CO	N1924Z	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
May 22, 2014	Wellington, NV	N2068Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while departing from a wet runway.
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.
Jul 02, 2011	Weirsdale, FL	N1953Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the stopped trailer while taxiing.
Sep 03, 2010	Fields, OR	N2068Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudged landing flare, resulting in a bounced landing and loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inac… The pilot's misjudged landing flare, resulting in a bounced landing and loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inaccurate perception of the airplane’s proximity to the ground as a result of the featureless white landing area.
Dec 25, 2004	East Moriches, NY	N7857Z	Minor	substantial	Several mechanical deficiencies which either independently or collectively resulted in a subsequent loss of engine power. A factor in the accident was… Several mechanical deficiencies which either independently or collectively resulted in a subsequent loss of engine power. A factor in the accident was the obstruction in the forced landing area.
Aug 01, 2004	Mazama, WA	N7815Z	Serious (1)	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the weather conditions and his failure to maintain the initial takeoff climb, which resulted in a collision wi… The pilot's inadequate compensation for the weather conditions and his failure to maintain the initial takeoff climb, which resulted in a collision with trees during an emergency landing. Contributing factors were the unfavorable wind and high density altitude weather conditions.
Mar 17, 2004	DeLand, FL	N2080Z	Fatal (2)	destroyed	The pilot's failure to detect water in the fuel system during the preflight inspection, which precipitated a loss of engine power during initial climb… The pilot's failure to detect water in the fuel system during the preflight inspection, which precipitated a loss of engine power during initial climb, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall.
Nov 10, 2003	Toledo, WA	N7934Z	Incident	substantial	Failure of the main landing gear attachment during the landing roll. An inadequate maintenance modification was a factor.
Aug 22, 2003	Tucson, AZ	N7909Z	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate inflight planning/decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power due to an inadequate fuel supply.
Jun 06, 2002	Minneapolis, MN	N7821Z	Incident	destroyed	The pilot's improper flare resulting in the hard landing.
Dec 05, 2000	PACIFIC CITY, OR	N7800Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing roll. Factors include a higher than normal approach speed.
Oct 28, 2000	SUNNYSLOPE, WA	N7886Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision not to deviate to an alternate airport for fuel after encountering strong headwinds, resulting in fuel exhaustion. Factors contr… The pilot's decision not to deviate to an alternate airport for fuel after encountering strong headwinds, resulting in fuel exhaustion. Factors contributing to the accident were the unfavorable winds and the sign impacted during the forced landing rollout.
Jan 20, 1999	MIDDLETON, WI	N1956Z	Incident	substantial	inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the ice in the fuel system. A factor associated with the accident was the ravine which the airplane co… inadequate aircraft preflight by the pilot and the ice in the fuel system. A factor associated with the accident was the ravine which the airplane contacted during the forced landing.
Jun 16, 1998	COLLINSVILLE, OK	N7914Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention.
Sep 23, 1996	LIBERTY, KY	N1947Z	Fatal (1)	destroyed	the pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude, while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in in-flight collision with trees.
Mar 27, 1993	EL PASO, TX	N2015Z	Incident	substantial	THE FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS AND THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO REFUEL. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN.
Aug 16, 1991	KEMBLESVILLE, PA	N16AC	Incident	substantial	THE INSTRUCTOR PILOTS' INADEQUATE SUPERVISION, THE STUDENT PILOTS' OVERSHOOT OF THE SIMULATED LANDING AREA, AND THE POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASON… THE INSTRUCTOR PILOTS' INADEQUATE SUPERVISION, THE STUDENT PILOTS' OVERSHOOT OF THE SIMULATED LANDING AREA, AND THE POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
May 11, 1991	STATESBORO, GA	N21920	Incident	substantial	FAILURE OF BOTH PILOTS TO PERFORM A VISUAL LOOKOUT SUFFICIENTLY ADEQUATE TO AVOID A COLLISION AT AN UNCONTROLLED AIRPORT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCI… FAILURE OF BOTH PILOTS TO PERFORM A VISUAL LOOKOUT SUFFICIENTLY ADEQUATE TO AVOID A COLLISION AT AN UNCONTROLLED AIRPORT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: FAILURE OF THE PILOT OF N95170 TO COMMUNICATE ON THE COMMON TRAFFIC ADVISORY FREQUENCY (CTAF) AND TO PROVIDE INBOUND TRAFFIC ADVISORIES.
Jul 09, 1990	SUTHERLIN, OR	N1940Z	Incident	substantial	LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WAS DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION. BECAUSE OF INADEQUATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS AND POOR PREFLIGHT PLANNING AND PREPARATION FOR T… LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WAS DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION. BECAUSE OF INADEQUATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS AND POOR PREFLIGHT PLANNING AND PREPARATION FOR THE FLIGHT.
Aug 26, 1989	JONESBORO, LA	N7872Z	Serious (2)	destroyed	THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE, IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING, AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN A PORPOISE OFF TH… THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE, IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING, AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN A PORPOISE OFF THE SIDE OF THE RUNWAY. THE TREE WAS A RELATED FACTOR.
Jul 12, 1988	Fort Peck, MT	N7940Z	Serious (1)	substantial	Investigation pending
Apr 07, 1988	FUNSTON, GA	N7956Z	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Oct 23, 1987	WARTBURG, TN	N3585J	Serious (1)	substantial	Investigation pending

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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