Cessna 150L Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 464 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

464

All Events

240

Incidents

87

Minor

56

Serious

81

Fatal (123 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jan 13, 1996 SUN CITY, FL N18181 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Darkness was a related factor.
Dec 29, 1995 QUARTZITE, AZ N1246Q Incident substantial
the pilot's misjudgement of his distance and altitude relationship to the runway, which resulted in an undershoot and failure to achieve the proper to…

the pilot's misjudgement of his distance and altitude relationship to the runway, which resulted in an undershoot and failure to achieve the proper touchdown point for landing.

Nov 19, 1995 LANTANA, FL N18201 Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND TO USE THE CHECKLIST AND TO SET THE PARKING BRAKES PRIOR TO ENGINE START.
Oct 26, 1995 NORMAN, OK N5350Q Incident substantial
THE STUDENT PILOT'S IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING AND THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR'S INADEQUATE SUPERVISION OF THE FLIGHT. FACTORS WERE THE GUSTY …

THE STUDENT PILOT'S IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING AND THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR'S INADEQUATE SUPERVISION OF THE FLIGHT. FACTORS WERE THE GUSTY WIND CONDITIONS AND THE STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER COMPENSATION FOR THE WIND CONDITIONS.

Sep 24, 1995 MARLBOROUGH, MA N1766Q Fatal (1) minor
the Stearman, N89X, pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor was the failure of the flight instructor of the Cessna 150, N1766Q, to announce his p…

the Stearman, N89X, pilot's inadequate visual lookout. A factor was the failure of the flight instructor of the Cessna 150, N1766Q, to announce his position in the traffic pattern in accordance with recommended procedures.

Sep 23, 1995 KONA, HI N10637 Minor substantial
the failure of the student pilot to properly execute a planned steep approach and long landing so as to avoid wake turbulence behind the preceding lar…

the failure of the student pilot to properly execute a planned steep approach and long landing so as to avoid wake turbulence behind the preceding large aircraft.

Aug 10, 1995 OPA LOCKA, FL N19561 Incident substantial The pilot-in-command's improper use of flaps during an attempted go-around.
Aug 08, 1995 MURPHYSBORO, IL N11346 Serious (2) substantial
the pilot's improper use of carburetor heat which led to a loss of power due to carburetor ice, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the forced…

the pilot's improper use of carburetor heat which led to a loss of power due to carburetor ice, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the forced landing. The carburetor icing conditions were a factor.

Aug 05, 1995 PICAYUNE, MS N18679 Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Aug 02, 1995 HOLLY SPRINGS, MS N1774Q Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot-in-command to insure the oil dip stick was secure prior to departure resulting in loss of engine oil, overheating of the engi…

The failure of the pilot-in-command to insure the oil dip stick was secure prior to departure resulting in loss of engine oil, overheating of the engine, and loss of engine power.

Jul 02, 1995 HOLLY RIDGE, NC N28445 Incident substantial the pilot diverted his attention and failed to maintain clearance from obstacles.
Jun 11, 1995 LEVELLAND, TX N10964 Incident minor
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT OF THE OTHER AIRCRAFT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE DURING A FORMATION FLIGHT. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE TYPE OF OPE…

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT OF THE OTHER AIRCRAFT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE DURING A FORMATION FLIGHT. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE TYPE OF OPERATION.

Jun 10, 1995 HIGHGATE, VT N10913 Fatal (3) destroyed the failure of both pilots to see and avoid each other. A factor was the Cessna 172H pilot's impairment due to medication.
Jun 07, 1995 ST. CHARLES, MO N6605G Minor substantial
the student pilot's inadvertent interference with flight controls which resulted in a stall. A factor associated with the accident was the student's …

the student pilot's inadvertent interference with flight controls which resulted in a stall. A factor associated with the accident was the student's excessive use of the elevator control.

Mar 03, 1995 JEFFERSON, GA N1321Q Incident substantial THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER BECAUSE OF STICKING VALVES. A FACTOR WAS THE CONTINUOUS USE OF AN IMPROPER FUEL GRADE.
Jan 27, 1995 NEEDVILLE, TX N1493Q Fatal (2) destroyed Loss of control at an altitude insufficient for recovery after one of the two pilots on board attempted an aerobatic maneuver.
Dec 27, 1994 NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV N7446G Incident substantial the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decisions, and his failure to initiate remedial actions in a timely fashion.
Nov 09, 1994 DAWSON SPRINGS, KY N5483Q Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance. Other related factors are night conditions and the pilot's improper inflight planning/dec…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance. Other related factors are night conditions and the pilot's improper inflight planning/decision.

Oct 30, 1994 CRYSTAL RIVER, FL N19264 Incident substantial A PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING WAS A FACTOR.
Oct 21, 1994 ORMOND BEACH, FL N18539 Minor substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING LANDING, RESULTING IN AN ON-GROUND LOSS OF CONTROL, AND COLLISION WITH TERRAIN.
Oct 02, 1994 BOOKER, TX N16191 Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN A PROPER GLIDEPATH RESULTING IN A COLLISION WITH AN OBJECT. FACTORS WERE THE DARK NIGHT AND THE PILOT'S DISREGARD FOR …

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN A PROPER GLIDEPATH RESULTING IN A COLLISION WITH AN OBJECT. FACTORS WERE THE DARK NIGHT AND THE PILOT'S DISREGARD FOR THE LACK OF LIGHTS.

Jul 12, 1994 GREENVILLE, TN N18714 Fatal (2) substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient terrain clearance, and his inadvertent stall at low altitude.
Jun 21, 1994 HUBBARD, OR N19297 Incident substantial DELAYED IN FLIGHT PLANNING/DECISION.
May 31, 1994 BOLIVAR, MO N11286 Serious (2) substantial THE PARTIAL BLOCKAGE OF THE CARBURETOR'S INDUCTION AIR OPENING BY A PLASTIC BAG.
May 19, 1994 RIO LINDA, CA N6747G Serious (1) destroyed
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER MIXTURE LEANING PROCEDURE. FACTOR(S) WERE: THE DISCONNECTED IGNITION LEAD, DARK NIGHT CONDITIONS, UNSUITABLE TERRAIN AND THE FE…

THE PILOT'S IMPROPER MIXTURE LEANING PROCEDURE. FACTOR(S) WERE: THE DISCONNECTED IGNITION LEAD, DARK NIGHT CONDITIONS, UNSUITABLE TERRAIN AND THE FENCE.

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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