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
Dec 20, 2025 South Park, CA N8155S Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 28, 2025 Tracy, CA N6744F Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 08, 2025 Zeeland, MI N6561F Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the go-around which led to the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-att…

The flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the go-around which led to the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and entering an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and her failure to ensure that the student had relinquished control of the airplane during the go-around.

Jan 04, 2025 McKinney, TX N3589L Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action and the student pilot’s failure to maintain a proper landing flare, which r…

The flight instructor’s inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action and the student pilot’s failure to maintain a proper landing flare, which resulted in a nose down impact with the runway.

Jul 31, 2024 Castroville, TX N8840S Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain proper airplane pitch control and airspeed during the go-around, wh…

The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain proper airplane pitch control and airspeed during the go-around, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude.

Jul 31, 2023 Sherman, TX N6837F Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose over.
Jul 18, 2023 Chelan, WA N300SS Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and subsequent nose over.
Jun 07, 2023 Wishram, WA N7155F Incident substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power.
Oct 26, 2022 Puyallup, WA N6492F Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate fuel management that resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 08, 2022 Fort Duchesne, UT N8889G Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to takeoff from an unimproved surface which resulted in a collision with an object and the airplane nosing over.
May 29, 2022 Jacksonville, FL N8919S Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursi…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.

Jul 24, 2021 Rock Falls, IL N7893F Incident substantial
The right seat pilot’s improper decision to perform a low approach with full flaps and the failure of the flaps to retract during the attempted go-aro…

The right seat pilot’s improper decision to perform a low approach with full flaps and the failure of the flaps to retract during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a forced landing.

Nov 06, 2020 Chandler, AZ N8700G Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
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.
May 30, 2015 Harlingen, TX N8126S Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind.
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.

Jun 21, 2012 Jackson, CA N524CC Incident substantial The student pilot's loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
May 26, 2012 San Diego, CA N7093F Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power while maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies …

A total loss of engine power while maneuvering for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

May 31, 2011 Sully, IA N7818F Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to attain an adequate climb rate during the initial takeoff, resulting in the airplane settling back down and departing the runway…

The pilot's failure to attain an adequate climb rate during the initial takeoff, resulting in the airplane settling back down and departing the runway. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation.

Mar 26, 2011 Hannawana Falls, NY N8830G Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Oct 01, 2010 North Pole, AK N3569L Incident substantial The overstress separation of the left nose wheel steering linkage rod end during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a loss of control.
Mar 17, 2010 Tillamook, OR N7854F Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power during climb to cruise due to carburetor icing and the pilot's delay in using carburetor heat.
Sep 02, 2009 Rosedale, MI N6446F Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's deteriorated physical…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's deteriorated physical and mental capabilities.

Aug 29, 2009 Abilene, KS N8312G Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate crosswind landing technique, resulting in an excessive side load on the left landing gear that led to an overload failure of it…

The pilot's inadequate crosswind landing technique, resulting in an excessive side load on the left landing gear that led to an overload failure of its axle.

Nov 22, 2008 Trenton, TX N8900S Incident substantial
The pilot's improper flare during landing, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the night light conditions and the instruct…

The pilot's improper flare during landing, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the night light conditions and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the pilot.

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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