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
Jul 17, 1999 GLENNS FERRY, ID N704AX Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the attempted takeoff. A related factor was the pilot's lack of recent experience.
Jul 07, 1999 POCAHONTAS, AR N7660U Incident substantial
The failure of the carburetor heat control cable which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during initial takeoff climb. A factor was the lack…

The failure of the carburetor heat control cable which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during initial takeoff climb. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jul 05, 1999 LYONS, KS N45078 Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel management leading to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 30, 1999 HONOLULU, HI N63614 Incident substantial
The airplane's encounter with turbulent air from the rotor wash of a large military helicopter, which resulted from the instructor's decision to conti…

The airplane's encounter with turbulent air from the rotor wash of a large military helicopter, which resulted from the instructor's decision to continue the approach while the helicopter was on the runway.

Jun 15, 1999 BELLINGHAM, WA N9349U Incident substantial Compensation for wind conditions was inadequate. Gusting wind conditions was a factor.
Jun 07, 1999 ST. AUGUSTINE, FL N704KK Minor substantial The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition. A factor associated with the accident was the crosswind.
Jun 04, 1999 LA FAYETTE, GA N3773V Minor substantial The improper flare by the student pilot and the inadequate supervision by the pilot in command.
May 20, 1999 BUHL, ID N3834V Incident substantial An inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. Gusting wind conditions were a factor.
May 12, 1999 LUCERNE VALLEY, CA N66487 Minor substantial the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane and improper fuel consumption calculations.
May 08, 1999 MAYBELL, CO N6128K Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent stall while maneuvering. Factors were the wind gusts weather conditions, and the high density altitude weather conditions.
May 02, 1999 CHATTANOOGA, TN N704RB Minor substantial The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the flare/touchdown.
Apr 20, 1999 S. ROCKLEDGE, FL N66560 Serious (1) substantial
A total loss of engine power while in cruise flight due to the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat during carburetor icing conditions and the subse…

A total loss of engine power while in cruise flight due to the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat during carburetor icing conditions and the subsequent emergency landing to unsuitable terrain and collision with a tree.

Feb 14, 1999 BATON ROUGE, LA N6405K Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach airspeed which resulted in a excessive descent rate and hard landing and the pilot's failure to r…

The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach airspeed which resulted in a excessive descent rate and hard landing and the pilot's failure to recover from a bounced landing. A factor was the pilot's lack of total experience.

Feb 03, 1999 PAXTON, IL N704BF Minor substantial
the inadequate preflight planning by the pilot in command and the exhaustion of usable fuel. Factors were the tailwind landing condition and the roug…

the inadequate preflight planning by the pilot in command and the exhaustion of usable fuel. Factors were the tailwind landing condition and the rough terrain at the landing site.

Jan 08, 1999 MADISONVILLE, TX N66464 Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's failure to refuel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced l…

The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's failure to refuel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Nov 20, 1998 TOWER, MN N66314 Incident substantial
the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane after landing. Factors contributing to this accident were the icy runway …

the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane after landing. Factors contributing to this accident were the icy runway and the snowbank.

Nov 05, 1998 WARRENSBURG, MO N704LV Incident substantial
the student pilot's inadequate flare and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were, the …

the student pilot's inadequate flare and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were, the student's lack of total experience and the dirt bank which was contacted.

Oct 02, 1998 POCAHONTAS, MS N63447 Minor substantial
The delay by the pilot-in-command (CFI) to abort the takeoff after the student landed slightly long and his delay to add power to perform a touch-and-…

The delay by the pilot-in-command (CFI) to abort the takeoff after the student landed slightly long and his delay to add power to perform a touch-and-go landing.

Oct 02, 1998 WILEY FORD, WV N9273U Incident substantial
Was the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during an unforecast change in wind velocity. Factors were the gusts and the lack of rec…

Was the failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during an unforecast change in wind velocity. Factors were the gusts and the lack of recent experience for the pilot.

Sep 20, 1998 YUKON, OK N6107K Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and her improper recovery procedures for a bounced landing.
Aug 28, 1998 LAMAR, CO N704DL Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain climb airspeed, and inadvertently allowing the airplane to stall/mush. A factor was the embankment.
Aug 10, 1998 SANTA PAULA, CA N704UV Incident substantial Failure of the number one cylinder due to a fatigue crack that had originated from corrosion pits at the cooling fin.
Aug 02, 1998 WORTHINGTON, MA N704ZY Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed due to diverted attention.
Jul 21, 1998 LITCHFIELD, IL N9251U Incident substantial Loss of engine power due to an open exhaust valve and low cylinder compression. A related factor was the tailwind.
Jul 17, 1998 NICEVILLE, FL N704YG Minor substantial Proper touchdown point not attained. Factors were a tailwind and wet grass.
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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