Cessna 150M Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 585 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

585

All Events

370

Incidents

102

Minor

48

Serious

65

Fatal (97 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 07, 2003 Jetersville, VA N63600 Incident substantial The pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in an overrun. A factor was the dew on the grass.
Jun 05, 2003 Londonderry, VT N704TG Serious (1) substantial
The pilots inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a safe altitude above the rising terrain. Factors…

The pilots inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a safe altitude above the rising terrain. Factors related to the accident were the low ceilings and rising terrain.

May 18, 2003 Freeport, IL N2842V Minor substantial The pilot's misjudgment of distance and altitude, and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
Mar 03, 2003 Gateway, CO N714NF Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Contributing factors were the snow-covered runway.
Jan 12, 2003 Charleston, MO N66507 Incident substantial the inadequate flare by the pilot. Factors were the loose trim tab cable for undetermined reasons.
Nov 08, 2002 New Town, ND N2995V Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance and his inadequate in-flight planning/decision. Contributing factors are the pilot becoming lost/di…

The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance and his inadequate in-flight planning/decision. Contributing factors are the pilot becoming lost/disoriented and night conditions.

Oct 21, 2002 Kincaid, IL N7XC Serious (1) substantial
The pilot not maintaining altitude/clearance from the terrain during the aerobatic maneuver. A factor to the accident was the pilot being impaired by…

The pilot not maintaining altitude/clearance from the terrain during the aerobatic maneuver. A factor to the accident was the pilot being impaired by alcohol.

Aug 13, 2002 La Belle, FL N704TJ Incident substantial The student pilot's improper in-flight planning and failure to use carburetor heat while conditions existed that were conductive to carburetor icing.
Jun 04, 2002 Ormond Beach, FL N63591 Minor substantial
The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the dual student and failure to take prompt remedial action, resulting in a collision with a tree, a…

The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the dual student and failure to take prompt remedial action, resulting in a collision with a tree, a subsequent loss of control, and collision with the ground.

May 17, 2002 Godley, TX N50XP Incident substantial
the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the transmission wire dur…

the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the transmission wire during the precautionary landing.

Mar 28, 2002 Salisbury Ctr, NY N3006V Incident substantial The pilot's delayed decision to ask for help which led to a power loss due to fuel starvation.
Feb 25, 2002 Ormond Beach, FL N9890J Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper flare and failure to recover from a bounced landing resulting in the subsequent collapse of the nose gear during the land…

The student pilot's improper flare and failure to recover from a bounced landing resulting in the subsequent collapse of the nose gear during the landing flare touchdown. A factor contributing to the accident was the student pilot's lack of total experience.

Jan 13, 2002 Clinton, WA N704NY Incident substantial
Fuel exhaustion while in cruise flight resulting in a loss of engine power and the pilot's failure to refuel the aircraft. The pilot's inadequate pre…

Fuel exhaustion while in cruise flight resulting in a loss of engine power and the pilot's failure to refuel the aircraft. The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation and a fence post were factors.

Nov 20, 2001 Stuart, FL N590AM Minor substantial
The pilot's improper fuel consumption calculations resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and collision with trees during a forced…

The pilot's improper fuel consumption calculations resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and collision with trees during a forced landing.

Nov 12, 2001 Dyer, IN N63262 Fatal (2) destroyed
The failure of the flight crew to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin and the flight instructor's inadequate supervisio…

The failure of the flight crew to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight, his impairment due to the use of over-the-counter medication is a contributing factor.

Sep 09, 2001 South St. Paul, MN N6142K Incident substantial The student pilot failed to maintain directional control. A factor was his lack of total flight experience.
Sep 05, 2001 Ormond Beach, FL N704KK Incident substantial
the student pilot's improper landing flare/touchdown while attempting to make a soft field landing during a supervised solo flight which resulted in s…

the student pilot's improper landing flare/touchdown while attempting to make a soft field landing during a supervised solo flight which resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft

Aug 22, 2001 Murrietta, CA N63405 Incident substantial
The failure of the muffler assembly causing a fuel line to overheat, resulting in vapor lock, and a subsequent engine failure followed by an emergency…

The failure of the muffler assembly causing a fuel line to overheat, resulting in vapor lock, and a subsequent engine failure followed by an emergency landing in rough terrain.

Aug 15, 2001 Cincinnati, OH N704SE Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.
Jul 26, 2001 Rapid City, SD N714GF Incident substantial The student solo pilot failed to compensate for the wind conditions. Factors included the high wind, gusts, and tailwind.
Jun 01, 2001 D'Arcy, CA N3385V Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 31, 2000 Allegan, MI N63276 Incident substantial The proper glide path not maintained by the pilot. A factor to the accident was the deep snow.
Dec 26, 2000 NEW UNDERWOOD, SD N63067 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate planning and preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. A factor relating to this accident was the plowed field.
Nov 24, 2000 JEFFERSON CITY, MO N66633 Incident substantial the student pilots failure to maintain directional control. Factors were the service road and the nose gear collapse.
Oct 05, 2000 HAVERFORD TWP., PA N704ST Serious (1) substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Also causal was the pilot's inability to locate the airport. A factor in this accident was the dark n…

A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Also causal was the pilot's inability to locate the airport. A factor in this accident was the dark night conditions.

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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