Cessna 150F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 276 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

276

All Events

145

Incidents

47

Minor

36

Serious

46

Fatal (61 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 05, 2007 Grain Valley, MO N7893F Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors associated with the accident were the street sign wh…

The pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors associated with the accident were the street sign which was contacted, the pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane and the ditch which was contacted.

Dec 03, 2006 Livermore Falls, ME N8019F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a groundloop.
Nov 02, 2006 McHenry, MD N7953F Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb.
Dec 20, 2005 Poplar Grove, IL N8723S Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate recovery from the bounced landing, and not maintaining airplane control during the landing.
May 25, 2005 Neodesha, KS N8337G Incident substantial
The student pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare resulting in a hard landing, his inadequate recovery from the bounced landing and his subsequent …

The student pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare resulting in a hard landing, his inadequate recovery from the bounced landing and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. The pilot's attempt to abort the landing, and the soft grass and tree line adjacent to the runway pavement were contributing factors.

May 24, 2005 Jennings, LA N7878F Incident substantial The failure of both pilots to maintain adequate visual lookout, which resulted in a midair collision while on final approach.
Apr 30, 2005 China, ME N6256R Incident substantial
The pilot's improper inflight decision to land in a field instead of a nearby airport, after encountering deteriorating weather conditions. A factor …

The pilot's improper inflight decision to land in a field instead of a nearby airport, after encountering deteriorating weather conditions. A factor was the deteriorating weather conditions.

Apr 15, 2005 Prescott, AZ N8324G Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing.
Jun 07, 2004 Forest Lake, MN N6620F Incident substantial
The pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resultied in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power. Factors associated with the acciden…

The pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resultied in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power. Factors associated with the accident were the dark light conditions and the water on which the forced landing was made.

Feb 07, 2004 Suffolk, VA N8745S Incident substantial The failure of the number four cylinder barrel due to fatigue which originated from a corrosion pit at the base of a cooling fin.
Sep 22, 2003 Reedley, CA N3093X Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain the proper glide path and airspeed during final, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush.
Sep 08, 2003 Knox City, TX N8158S Incident substantial
The student pilot's inadequate flight planning/decision, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the stu…

The student pilot's inadequate flight planning/decision, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the student pilot's failure to refuel the airplane and lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Aug 21, 2003 Laramie, WY N8065F Incident substantial
A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing factors were the high density altitude, trees, mountainous terrain, and unsuitab…

A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing factors were the high density altitude, trees, mountainous terrain, and unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.

Jun 26, 2003 Williamson, NY N8517G Incident substantial The failure of a rocker arm shaft boss, which resulted in a partial loss of power and subsequent forced landing. A factor was the unsuitable terrain.
Apr 23, 2003 Three Rivers, MI N8082F Incident substantial The directional control not maintained by the student pilot. The student pilot's lack of experience was a contributing factor.
Feb 22, 2003 Rome, GA N8115F Incident substantial The maintenance personnel failure to secure the throttle linkage during the installation of the carburetor that resulted in the loss of engine power.
Jan 19, 2003 Crestline, OH N8555G Incident substantial The pilot's improper decision to takeoff from unsuitable terrain. A factor related to the accident was the plowed, snow covered field.
Nov 12, 2002 Logan, UT N7198F Incident substantial The pilot's premature flare and his failure to maintain airspeed, resulting in a stall. A contributing factor was the dusk light conditions.
Jul 18, 2002 Grants, NM N8067S Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation, and his failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were …

the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation, and his failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the high density altitude conditions, the terrain barrier (berm).

Jul 10, 2002 Ft. Wayne, IN N8798S Incident substantial
The corroded throttle cable resulting in a loss of engine power. Factors were the inadequate annual inspection, the unsuitable terrain encountered du…

The corroded throttle cable resulting in a loss of engine power. Factors were the inadequate annual inspection, the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing, the ditch, and the fence.

Jun 03, 2001 Arlington, WA N546M Incident substantial A fire that originated in the aircraft's carburetor.
Jan 08, 2001 Meeker, CO N8067F Incident substantial
Fuel exhaustion due to the failure of the instructor to ensure there was sufficient fuel for the flight. Factors were the instructor's inadequate supe…

Fuel exhaustion due to the failure of the instructor to ensure there was sufficient fuel for the flight. Factors were the instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot, and the deep snow-covered terrain.

Sep 04, 2000 GUTHRIE, OK N8783S Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power due to undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Aug 22, 2000 FRIENDLY, MD N8709G Incident substantial The pilot's inability to locate the airport, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor related to the accident was the night light conditions.
Jan 29, 2000 WINDSOR, CA N8281F Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning in that he did not perform a fuel calculation, and his failure to verify the fuel quantity on board the airp…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning in that he did not perform a fuel calculation, and his failure to verify the fuel quantity on board the airplane, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent collision with the ground.

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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