Cessna 150H Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 246 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2001 | Mariposa, CA | N23474 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to properly refuel the aircraft which resulted in departure with an inadequate quantity of fuel onboard. A factor in the accident…The pilot's failure to properly refuel the aircraft which resulted in departure with an inadequate quantity of fuel onboard. A factor in the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation and planning, which failed to provide an adequate fuel reserve for the flight intended. |
| Jan 28, 2001 | Burlington, WI | N22026 | Incident | substantial |
Aircraft control not maintained by the pilot during the landing roll. Factors to the accident were the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons,…Aircraft control not maintained by the pilot during the landing roll. Factors to the accident were the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, the end of the runway being snow-covered, and the snowbank. |
| Sep 30, 2000 | MICHIGAN CITY, IN | N50318 | Incident | substantial |
fuel contamination (water) and the pilot exceeding his landing field distance. Factors relating to this accident were the pilot inadequate preflight…fuel contamination (water) and the pilot exceeding his landing field distance. Factors relating to this accident were the pilot inadequate preflight planning/preparation, his having to select an unsuitable landing area, the short landing area, and the marsh. |
| Aug 09, 2000 | CORONA, CA | N7011S | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's inadequate preflight planning which included improper fuel consumption calculations that led to fuel exhaustion and loss of engine…The student pilot's inadequate preflight planning which included improper fuel consumption calculations that led to fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power during takeoff. |
| Apr 13, 2000 | LOPEZ ISLAND, WA | N50039 | Incident | substantial |
Proper touchdown point not attained by the pilot. Factors include excessive speed at touchdown, a wet runway, a fence, and the pilot's inadvertent fl…Proper touchdown point not attained by the pilot. Factors include excessive speed at touchdown, a wet runway, a fence, and the pilot's inadvertent flight into IMC. |
| Feb 21, 2000 | WISCONSIN RAPID, WI | N22017 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control. Factors were the pilot's lack of total experience and the snowbank. |
| Feb 18, 2000 | SPANGLE, WA | N50348 | Incident | substantial |
Exhaustion of the fuel supply due to a leaking fuel tank system. Factors contributing to the accident were, inaccurate fuel quantity sensors, the lac…Exhaustion of the fuel supply due to a leaking fuel tank system. Factors contributing to the accident were, inaccurate fuel quantity sensors, the lack of suitable terrain in the area of the forced landing, and a fence alongside the dirt upon which the pilot attempted the forced landing. |
| Dec 27, 1999 | SINTON, TX | N7290S | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrai…The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Apr 18, 1999 | YUBA CITY, CA | N22710 | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of a cylinder's exhaust valve. A contributing factor was the uneven terrain at the fo…A total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of a cylinder's exhaust valve. A contributing factor was the uneven terrain at the forced landing site. The reason for the fatigue could not be determined. |
| Jan 10, 1999 | CONWAY, AR | N23303 | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice during the approach to land. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Jul 18, 1998 | FRANKFORT, IN | N22047 | Incident | substantial |
the improper maintenance installation by other maintenance personnel. Factors were a missing lubricating oil drain plug, the safety wire for the plug…the improper maintenance installation by other maintenance personnel. Factors were a missing lubricating oil drain plug, the safety wire for the plug and the roadway. |
| May 03, 1998 | BENTON, KS | N6977S | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply to complete the flight by refueling the airplane en route resulting in fuel exhaustion. A facto…the pilot's failure to assure an adequate fuel supply to complete the flight by refueling the airplane en route resulting in fuel exhaustion. A factor was the hedgerow which was contacted during the landing and the dark night conditions. |
| Nov 06, 1997 | MISSOULA, MT | N695NS | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control. |
| Sep 02, 1997 | YAKUTAT, AK | N467SR | Incident | substantial | A partial blockage of the main fuel supply line to the engine, caused by improper manufacture of the fuel line by unknown maintenance personnel. |
| Jun 01, 1997 | REDMOND, OR | N50348 | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's improper decision to depart on a flight without first ensuring the aircraft held sufficient fuel to reach his destination, which resulted …the pilot's improper decision to depart on a flight without first ensuring the aircraft held sufficient fuel to reach his destination, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Factors were the high vegetation and rocks at the location of the forced landing. |
| May 10, 1997 | NEW CASTLE, DE | N23471 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A contributing factor was the gusty wind conditions. |
| Dec 03, 1996 | HOMERVILLE, GA | N6532S | Incident | substantial | carburetor ice, due to the pilot's improper use of carburetor heat, which resulted in a forced landing and impact with trees. |
| Oct 05, 1996 | SUNBURY, PA | N6741S | Incident | substantial |
failure of the cluster gear attaching bolts (of which one failed from fatigue), resulting in a disconnect of the gear and loss of engine power. An ob…failure of the cluster gear attaching bolts (of which one failed from fatigue), resulting in a disconnect of the gear and loss of engine power. An obstruction (rock) in the emergency landing area was a related factor. |
| Aug 16, 1996 | FORT COLLINS, CO | N6935S | Incident | substantial | improper flare by the pilot, which resulted in a hard landing, and subsequent overload failure of the nosewheel axle and nose gear. |
| Jun 12, 1996 | ANGELS CAMP, CA | N22474 | Incident | substantial |
The attempt by the pilot to operate the aircraft with a float known to be leaking. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the operation of fl…The attempt by the pilot to operate the aircraft with a float known to be leaking. A factor was the pilot's lack of experience in the operation of float equipped aircraft. |
| Apr 19, 1996 | CLINTON, MD | N6508S | Incident | substantial | a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 03, 1996 | ANCHORAGE, AK | N22053 | Incident | substantial | loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. |
| May 16, 1995 | ROCKPORT, TX | N22086 | Incident | substantial | THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO A STUCK EXHAUST VALVE. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING WAS A FACTOR. |
| Apr 16, 1995 | BATH, NC | N7025S | Incident | substantial |
A BIRD, WHICH COLLIDED WITH AND FRACTURED THE AIRCRAFT WINDSHIELD, RESULTING IN AN EMERGENCY LANDING. A FACTOR WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN AT THE EMERGENCY L…A BIRD, WHICH COLLIDED WITH AND FRACTURED THE AIRCRAFT WINDSHIELD, RESULTING IN AN EMERGENCY LANDING. A FACTOR WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN AT THE EMERGENCY LANDING SITE. |
| Jan 04, 1995 | FAYETTEVILLE, TN | N7185S | Incident | substantial | THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF CARBURETOR HEAT. |