Cessna 150K Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 111 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

111

All Events

68

Incidents

22

Minor

8

Serious

13

Fatal (19 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 10, 2013 Morrilton, AR N6412G Minor substantial
The flight instructor's inadequate training and oversight of the student pilot, which resulted in the noncertificated student pilot's loss of control …

The flight instructor's inadequate training and oversight of the student pilot, which resulted in the noncertificated student pilot's loss of control during landing.

Aug 24, 2010 Gaylord, MI N6032G Minor substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jun 19, 2006 Shelton, WA N6255G Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate in-flight decision by failing to refuel while en route, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. Compensatio…

The pilot's inadequate in-flight decision by failing to refuel while en route, resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. Compensation for weather (head winds), and trees were factors.

Aug 09, 2003 Anderson, MO N6501G Minor substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot becoming lost/disoriented. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate in-flight pl…

A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot becoming lost/disoriented. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision.

Jun 17, 2002 Seaman, OH N6319G Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a precautionary landing, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush, and uncontrolled descent to the …

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a precautionary landing, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush, and uncontrolled descent to the ground. A factor was the pilots' lack of recent experience.

Dec 10, 2001 Honolulu, HI N6136G Minor substantial Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and improper in-flight decision and planning.
Feb 08, 2001 Bishop, TX N5695G Minor substantial the pilot's failure to maintain altitude and clearance from terrain. Contributing factors were the pilot's diverted attention and the low ceiling.
May 16, 1997 BALL GROUND, GA N5689G Minor substantial failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and his failure to abort the takeoff before colliding with an embankment.
Nov 14, 1994 EL MONTE, CA N6110K Minor substantial fuel exhaustion due to the failure of both pilots to ensure that an adequate supply was on board prior to departure.
Jul 16, 1994 VIDALIA, GA N6074G Minor substantial
THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING, AND HIS FAILURE TO REFUEL THE AIRCRAFT, RESULTING IN FUEL EXHAUSTION AND ENGINE STOPPAGE. A FACTOR WERE THE…

THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING, AND HIS FAILURE TO REFUEL THE AIRCRAFT, RESULTING IN FUEL EXHAUSTION AND ENGINE STOPPAGE. A FACTOR WERE THE TREES AT THE FORCED LANDING AREA.

Apr 13, 1993 HOUSTON, TX N6099G Minor substantial FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO REFUEL. A FACTOR WAS THE EXISTING NIGHT CONDITIONS
Jan 30, 1993 HAGERSTOWN, MD N5725G Minor substantial
THE FAILURE OF THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE THE STUDENT PILOT, AND TAKE CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE IN A TIMELY MANNER WHICH RESULTED IN …

THE FAILURE OF THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR TO ADEQUATELY SUPERVISE THE STUDENT PILOT, AND TAKE CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE IN A TIMELY MANNER WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE DEPARTING THE RUNWAY AND STRIKING A TOWER. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE IMPROPER USE OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS BY THE STUDENT PILOT AND THE CROSS WIND.

Dec 22, 1992 MORAN JUNCTION, WY N6072G Minor destroyed
THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S ATTEMPTING FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS AND HIS SUBSEQUENT INABILITY TO MAINTAIN ALTITUDE. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING…

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S ATTEMPTING FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS AND HIS SUBSEQUENT INABILITY TO MAINTAIN ALTITUDE. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE ICING CONDITIONS AND TREES.

Jul 17, 1988 DANA POINT, CA N6226G Minor destroyed Investigation pending
May 27, 1988 GARY, IN N5658G Minor destroyed Investigation pending
May 16, 1987 SELBYVILLE, DE N5747G Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 06, 1986 APOLLO BEACH, FL N6330G Minor substantial Investigation pending
May 18, 1986 NORTH HAMPTON, NH N5744G Minor substantial Investigation pending
Mar 07, 1986 CRESSON, TX N6307G Minor substantial Investigation pending
Dec 28, 1985 MARLBORO, NJ N5915J Minor substantial Investigation pending
Apr 03, 1984 COLTS NECK, NJ N5746G Minor substantial Investigation pending
Nov 18, 1983 OREGON CITY, OR N6054G Minor 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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