Cessna 150G Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 244 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

244

All Events

131

Incidents

51

Minor

26

Serious

36

Fatal (47 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 14, 2023 Cross Keys, NJ N2880S Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the banner pickup, which resulted in a low altitude aerodynamic stall/spin.
Nov 11, 2022 Star Valley, AZ N3131J Serious (1) substantial The failure of the No. 1 cylinder exhaust or intake valve which resulted in the partial loss of engine power and subsequent impact with terrain.
Jan 11, 2012 Fitchburg, MA N4041J Serious (1) substantial A partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice and the flight instructor's improper application of carburetor heat.
Aug 23, 2011 Cavanaugh Bay, ID N2870S Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during an attempt to execute a go-around with a tailwind condition, which resulted in an aerodynamic…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during an attempt to execute a go-around with a tailwind condition, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin.

Jun 23, 2009 Mineola, TX N2719S Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during taxi, and his subsequent failure to maintain control after the inadvertent takeoff, whi…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during taxi, and his subsequent failure to maintain control after the inadvertent takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of flight experience.

Feb 24, 2006 Rockford, OH N6366S Serious (2) substantial
The fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot-in-command. Additional causes were the inadequately planned app…

The fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot-in-command. Additional causes were the inadequately planned approach and improper emergency procedure by the pilot-in-command.

Aug 09, 2005 Mountain View, MO N4080J Serious (1) substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during climb after takeoff.
May 07, 1999 DETROIT, OR N3381J Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's inadvertent visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, eventually resulting in a non-mechanical loss of engine …

The pilot's inadvertent visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, eventually resulting in a non-mechanical loss of engine power. Factors were: the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation; a snowstorm with icing conditions; the pilot becoming lost; and mountainous terrain.

Jun 28, 1998 UVALDE, TX N8445J Serious (2) substantial
The pilot's improper use of the flaps which resulted in an inadvertent stall during the initial takeoff climb. Factors were his lack of recent experi…

The pilot's improper use of the flaps which resulted in an inadvertent stall during the initial takeoff climb. Factors were his lack of recent experience in the make and model of airplane and the high density altitude.

Jun 27, 1998 PERRY, FL N2622J Serious (2) substantial The improper repair of the no. 2 engine cylinder, which resulted in the loss of engine power.
Jun 22, 1998 RUSH CITY, MN N8450J Serious (2) destroyed
the pilot inadvertently stalled the airplane during the initial takeoff climb. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's inattentiveness …

the pilot inadvertently stalled the airplane during the initial takeoff climb. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's inattentiveness at lowering excessive flaps for takeoff.

Mar 26, 1998 SONOMA, CA N2952J Serious (1) substantial
The instructor pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and subsequent inadequate supervision of the situation to simulate an engine failure on …

The instructor pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and subsequent inadequate supervision of the situation to simulate an engine failure on takeoff, as well as both pilot's not maintaining a visual lookout. A related factor was the diverted attention of both the instructor and student pilot's.

Jun 17, 1997 FRANKLIN, IN N3787J Serious (1) destroyed
the instructor pilot stalled the aircraft as a result of inadequate preflight planning. Factors included the transmission wire, the rising terrain, a…

the instructor pilot stalled the aircraft as a result of inadequate preflight planning. Factors included the transmission wire, the rising terrain, and the trees at the departure end of the runway.

Nov 13, 1993 KIRKLAND, WA N2446J Serious (1) destroyed
THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE WITH THE TREE. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S OSTENTATIOUS DISP…

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE WITH THE TREE. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S OSTENTATIOUS DISPLAY.

Aug 15, 1993 LYNDONVILLE, VT N2807S Serious (1) substantial
AN INADVERTENT STALL OF THE AIRPLANE AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED AND IMPROPER USE OF THE CARBURETOR HEAT AND FLAP…

AN INADVERTENT STALL OF THE AIRPLANE AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED AND IMPROPER USE OF THE CARBURETOR HEAT AND FLAPS DURING TAKEOFF WHICH DEGRADED AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE.

Mar 26, 1993 JORDAN VALLEY, OR N3986J Serious (2) destroyed
THE PILOT CONTINUED THE VFR FLIGHT INTO IMC AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES ON THE GROUND. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE …

THE PILOT CONTINUED THE VFR FLIGHT INTO IMC AND FAILED TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES ON THE GROUND. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE CLOUDS, LOW CEILING, AND RAIN.

Apr 16, 1992 GALT, CA N6213S Serious (1) destroyed
THE PILOT'S POOR IN-FLIGHT DECISION BY SELECTING AN IMPROPER CRUISE ALTITUDE. CONTRIBUTING TO THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S FATIGUE DUE TO LACK OF SL…

THE PILOT'S POOR IN-FLIGHT DECISION BY SELECTING AN IMPROPER CRUISE ALTITUDE. CONTRIBUTING TO THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S FATIGUE DUE TO LACK OF SLEEP.

Aug 28, 1991 BENTON, AR N8482J Serious (2) substantial A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNKNOWN REASONS.
Aug 23, 1988 ROCK HILL, SC N3105J Serious (2) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 28, 1986 ROCKFORD, IL N8703S Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 10, 1985 GERONIMO, TX N4754X Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 16, 1985 TARBORO, NC N2624J Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 23, 1984 CORONA, CA N3770J Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 09, 1983 PERRY, IA N2452J Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 21, 1983 BREMERTON, WA N3355J Serious (1) destroyed 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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