# Cessna 150C - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2071808 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 150C - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Engines: 1 - Seats: 2 - Data sheet: TCDS 3A19 - Registered aircraft: 166 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011 - [AD 2008-22-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-22-18): Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (BRS) · BRS-150 Parachute Recovery System (Ballistic Recovery Systems STC SA64CH). Effective Dec 9, 2008 - [AD 2004-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-19-01): Upper shoulder harness adjusters · Cessna F150G, F150H, F150J and 129 more. Effective Nov 1, 2004 - [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997 - [AD 96-12-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-23): Wing Stall Fence Height · Wing leading cuff, wing tips and upper surface flow fences (Williams Robert or Barbara STC SA1371SW). Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 88-15-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-15-06): Battery Location · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 23 more. Effective Aug 3, 1988 - [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988 - [AD 87-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-21-05): Placard - Spins · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 15 more. Effective Oct 13, 1987 - [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987 - [AD 86-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-15-07): Modification - Larger Engine · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 1 more. Effective Jul 24, 1986 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 79-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-08-03): Electrical System · Cessna 120, 140, 140A and 152 more. Effective Jun 6, 1979 - [AD 77-02-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-02-09): Wing Flap System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 61 more. Effective Feb 3, 1977 - [AD 75-15-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-15-08): Engine Lubrication · Filtrator Company Engine Crankcase Breather and Vacuum Pump… (D'Shannon Products STC SA2219WE). Effective Sep 10, 1975 - [AD 74-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-06-02): AVCON Mufflers · Lycoming 150 and160 hp Model O-320-( ) engine (Williams Robert or Barbara STC SA750CE or 3 others). Effective Mar 18, 1974 - [AD 73-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-07): Defective Spar Attachment Fittings · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 68 more. Effective Nov 19, 1973 - [AD 71-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-22-02): Cracks In Nose Gear Fork · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 52 more. Effective Nov 9, 1971 - [AD 68-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-17-04): Stall Warning System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 63 more. Effective Sep 7, 1968 - [AD 67-03-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-03-01): Exhaust Gas Heat Exchangers · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 10 more. Effective Jan 14, 1967 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 87-20-03 R2, AD 86-26-04 ## NTSB investigations (167, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN23LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA109), Feb 4, 2023: Cessna 150 (N1982Z), Montevideo, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB WPR22LA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA071), Dec 30, 2021: Cessna 150C (N7801Z), Johnsondale, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing on a snow-covered unimproved runway. - [NTSB ERA18LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA18LA048), Dec 16, 2017: Cessna 150 (N7929Z), Castalia, NC, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while performing a turning takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the… - [NTSB CEN15CA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15CA236), May 17, 2015: Cessna 150C (N1924Z), Durango, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. - [NTSB ERA14FA377](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14FA377), Aug 9, 2014: Cessna 150 (N7968Z), Senoia, GA, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The noninstrument-rated pilot’s inadequate preflight weather planning and his improper decision to attempt a visual flight rules flight in night instrument metrological conditions, which resulted in… - [NTSB WPR14CA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA204), May 22, 2014: Cessna 150C (N2068Z), Wellington, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while departing from a wet runway. - [NTSB ANC13LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13LA016), Dec 13, 2012: Cessna 150C (N1901Z), Juneau, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll, as a result of fatigue cracking. Contributing to the accident was the improper maintenance of the landing gear. - [NTSB ERA11CA387](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11CA387), Jul 2, 2011: Cessna 150C (N1953Z), Weirsdale, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the stopped trailer while taxiing. - [NTSB WPR10CA453](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA453), Sep 3, 2010: Cessna 150C (N2068Z), Fields, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's misjudged landing flare, resulting in a bounced landing and loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inaccurate perception of the airplane’s proximity to… - [NTSB SEA05LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA05LA100), May 12, 2005: Cessna 152TW (N7866Z), Missoula, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a taxiway identification sign as he attempted to turn off the runway onto the taxiway during the last part of the landing roll. Factors include a… All 167: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (77, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20230204002209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230204002209A), Feb 4, 2023: Cessna 150C (N1982Z), Montevideo, MN, Substantial damage. On February 4th, 2023, the PIC went on a flight in the traffic pattern to practice landings at the kmve airport. The PIC stated that he checked the METAR at… - [Accident 20171216023139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171216023139A), Dec 16, 2017: Cessna 150C (N7929Z), Castalia, NC, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On December 16, 2017, at approximately 14:40 EST, N7929Z, a Cessna CE-150C, piloted by Mr. Stephen ward merritt, crashed just after takeoff from a field… - [Incident 20170109000289I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170109000289I), Jan 9, 2017: Cessna 150C (N7845Z), Lake Placid, FL, No damage. The PIC stated he had flown the 17 year old subject/passenger on a 8-10 minute sight seeing flight in his CE-150, and had taxied back to the staging area and… - [Accident 20150517006729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150517006729A), May 17, 2015: Cessna 150C (N1924Z), Durango, CO, Substantial damage. After a local flight while descending to land at 00C the aircraft engine cut out. The pilot attempted to land on a road and upon landing the nose gear broke… - [Accident 20140809018589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140809018589A), Aug 9, 2014: Cessna 150C (N7968Z), Senoia, GA, Destroyed, 2 fatal. On August 9, 2014, about 0600 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 150C, N7968Z, owned and operated by a private individual, was destroyed when it impacted the… - [Accident 20140522006389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140522006389A), May 22, 2014: Cessna 150C (N2068Z), Wellington, NV, Substantial damage. After testing runway conditions with a motor vehicle, the pilot determined that the soft dirt runway was suitable for a takeoff run as the aircraft was lighter… - [Incident 20130322004769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130322004769I), Mar 22, 2013: Cessna 150C (N6167E), San Diego, CA, No damage. Airman stated he departed ensenada airport in Mexico for Brown Field in San Diego. While on a VOR approach to Brown Field the airman ran out of gas and landed… - [Accident 20121213028499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121213028499A), Dec 13, 2012: Cessna 150C (N1901Z), Juneau, AK, Substantial damage. On December 13, 2012, the pilot of N1901Z was demonstrating a short field landing in a conventional gear Cessna 150 when the left gear leg fractured shortly… - [Accident 20110702011949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110702011949A), Jul 2, 2011: Cessna 150C (N1953Z), Weirsdale, FL, Substantial damage. Weirsdale, Florida (lake county): N1953Z, Cessna, CE-150 was taxing to runway at Love Field Airport, a private uncontrolled fly-in community, when aircraft's… - [Accident 20100904044859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100904044859A), Sep 4, 2010: Cessna 150C (N2068Z), Substantial damage. Hard landing caused the tail wheel to break off driving the aircraft left resulting in the right main gear bending up and allowing the right wingtip to hit the… All 77: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 166, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c/aircraft - ads: 25, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c/ads - incidents: 77, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150c/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.