# NTSB investigations: Cessna 150D

A list on [Cessna 150D](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-150d.md).

Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.

Page 1 of 7 · 310 investigations

- [NTSB ERA25LA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA252.md): Cessna 150 · Pelzer, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jun 29, 2025 · N150TP · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed while landing on a short, down-sloping turf runway, which resulted in a noseover.
- [NTSB WPR25LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA073.md): Cessna 150D · Temple City, CA · Accident · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jan 6, 2025 · N5943T · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor’s unfamiliarity with the fuel quantities the fuel measuring dip stick measured and inadequate preflight inspection which resulted in fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB ERA24LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA060.md): Cessna 150 · Mount Vernon, AL · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Dec 8, 2023 · N5952T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s decision to operate the airplane at a low altitude over a river, and his failure to maintain clearance from the river while maneuvering.
- [NTSB CEN23LA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA373.md): Cessna 150D · New Haven, IN · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Aug 20, 2023 · N4150U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s loss of directional control while landing, which resulted in a runway excursion, impact with corn stalks, and subsequent nose over.
- [NTSB WPR21LA329](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA329.md): Cessna 150D · Chino, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Aug 25, 2021 · N4375U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ANC15CA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC15CA072.md): Cessna 150D · Delta Junction, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 7, 2015 · N5947T · Substantial damage
  > The pilots decision to land on an unfamiliar, unimproved airstrip which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA15CA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15CA209.md): Cessna 150D · Balsam Grove, NC · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 8, 2015 · N5981T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt an off airport takeoff, and failure to maintain adequate clearance during the initial climb in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.
- [NTSB CEN14CA381](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14CA381.md): Cessna 150D · Greenfield, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 21, 2014 · N4545U · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot failed to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind.
- [NTSB ERA14CA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14CA065.md): Cessna 150D · Portland, ME · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 30, 2013 · N4478U · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB WPR13CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA173.md): Cessna 150 · Brush Praire, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 1, 2013 · N4342U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare.
- [NTSB CEN11FA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11FA240.md): Cessna 150D · Baraboo, WI · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 20, 2011 · N4178U · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and his decision to continue the flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a subsequent loss of airplane control.
- [NTSB WPR10CA201](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA201.md): Cessna 150D · Galena, ID · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 10, 2010 · N4296U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's encounter with soft, snow-covered terrain while executing a precautionary landing.
- [NTSB CEN09CA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA232.md): Cessna 150D · Madison, IN · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 22, 2009 · N5920T · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine's muffler which melted and grounded the ignition P-lead wire.
- [NTSB MIA08LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA204.md): Cessna 150 · Falmouth, KY · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 28, 2008 · N4477U · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB LAX08LA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08LA005.md): Cessna 150D · Strawberry, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 6, 2007 · N4570U · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB DFW07CA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07CA085.md): Cessna 150 · Brownfield, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 18, 2007 · N4242U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering. A contributing factor was the gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB NYC06LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC06LA147.md): Cessna 150D · Bloomfield, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 2006 · N4542U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.
- [NTSB SEA06CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA06CA001.md): Cessna 150D · Greenwater, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 2, 2005 · N4175U · Destroyed
  > The pilot's inadvertently flying into IMC weather conditions, his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed for flight, and his subsequent inadvertent stall/mush into trees. Contributing factors were the fog and the trees.
- [NTSB SEA03LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA091.md): Cessna 150 · Dillon, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2003 · N4424U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, and his inadequate remedial actions during his attempt to realign the aircraft with the runway. Factors include a crosswind, and the pilot's lack of experience in tailwheel-equipped…
- [NTSB MIA02LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA118.md): Cessna 150D · Louisburg, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 23, 2002 · N4313U · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot-in-command to follow emergency procedures after smelling smoke that resulted in an electrical fire, damage to the airplane, and a forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL02LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL02LA084.md): Cessna 150D · Chatsworth, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 14, 2002 · N4449U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat that resulted in the loss of engine power. Factors were conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor icing and the selection of unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB ANC01LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC01LA074.md): Cessna 150D · Soldotna, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 26, 2001 · N73CC · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane.
- [NTSB CHI01LA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA157.md): Cessna 150D · Milltown, WI · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2001 · N5919T · Substantial damage
  > The stall/mush encountered by the pilot during that takeoff. Factors were the pilot's excessive lowering of the flaps during the takeoff and the trees.
- [NTSB NYC01LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC01LA095.md): Cessna 150D · Slanesville, WV · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 7, 2001 · N974CA · Substantial damage
  > a loose mixture control cable housing which resulted in an intermittent running engine, and the pilot's subsequent decision to perform a precautionary landing. A factor was the soft terrain.
- [NTSB ATL99LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA029.md): Cessna 150B · Adjuntas, PR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 5, 1998 · N5957T · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to the restricted movement of the intake and exhaust valves on number 3 cylinder.
- [NTSB FTW97FA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97FA280.md): Cessna 150D · Fort Collins, CO · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1997 · N4228U · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate preflight planning by loading the aircraft over the maximum certificated gross weight, failure to follow procedures and directives by using flaps for takeoff and failing to properly lean the engine for optimum power, and stalling the aircraft.…
- [NTSB SEA97LA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA083.md): Cessna 150D · Arlington, WA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 6, 1997 · N4100U · 2 aircraft · Destroyed
  > The failure of the commercial pilot to perform an adequate visual lookout while on final approach for landing on the runway, and the failure of the student pilot of the other airplane to perform an adequate visual lookout prior to taking off from the same…
- [NTSB NYC97LA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC97LA039.md): Cessna 150D · Catawba Valley, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 28, 1996 · N4523U · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's improper planning/decision, and his failure to attain adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall after takeoff and collision with ground. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's use of inadequate terrain for takeoff, high vegetation…
- [NTSB MIA96LA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA194.md): Cessna 150 · Brewton, AL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 23, 1996 · N4223U · Substantial damage
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ANC95LA175](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC95LA175.md): Cessna 150 · Coldfoot, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 23, 1995 · N4430U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, while landing.
- [NTSB BFO95LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95LA009.md): Cessna 150D · Paducah, KY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 30, 1994 · N5962T · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain proper alignment and the certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.
- [NTSB LAX94LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA286.md): Cessna 150D · Carrville, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1994 · N6052T · Destroyed
  > a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The mountainous terrain and lack of a suitable forced landing area within gliding distance was a factor in the accident.
- [NTSB FTW94LA067](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA067.md): Cessna 150D · Mount Pleasant, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 18, 1994 · N4558U · Substantial damage
  > The power loss due to carburetor icing and the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat. Factors were the weather conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB LAX93LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA240.md): Cessna 150D · Biggs, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 3, 1993 · N6030T · Substantial damage
  > The first pilot's premature lift-off and his failure to maintain directional control.
- [NTSB CHI93LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA154.md): Cessna 150D · Lake Village, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 1993 · N4559U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's inadequate preflight planning.
- [NTSB LAX93LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX93LA094.md): Cessna 150 · Torrance, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 11, 1993 · N6019T · Substantial damage
  > 1) The pilot misjudging the airplane's landing flare, and 2) the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor in this accident was the pilot's lack of total aircraft experience.
- [NTSB NYC92LA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC92LA063.md): Cessna 150D · Moneta, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 1992 · N4373U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing with a crosswind.
- [NTSB LAX92LA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA107.md): Cessna 150D · Carson City, NV · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 3, 1992 · N6002T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's premature liftoff which resulted in a stall mush.
- [NTSB CHI91LA274](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA274.md): Cessna 150 · Camden, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 27, 1991 · N4400U · Substantial damage
  > Partial power loss due to improper use of the carburetor heat control by the pilot. Factors related to the accident were inadequate visual lookout by the pilot and presence of static power lines.
- [NTSB FTW91LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91LA061.md): Cessna 150D · San Ygnacio, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 6, 1991 · N4437U · Destroyed
  > Power loss due to carburetor ice and a malfunctioning carburetor heat control and the pilot's loss of control of the airplane.
- [NTSB CHI91LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA060.md): Cessna 150D · Ft. Atkinson, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 6, 1991 · N4286U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to refuel. A factor was unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB SEA90LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA90LA187.md): Cessna 150D · Park City, UT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 1990 · N4183U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's lack of understanding of aircraft performance and meteorological conditions when flying at high density altitude in close proximity to mountainous terrain.
- [NTSB LAX90LA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX90LA049.md): Cessna 150D · Inyokern, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 6, 1989 · N4390U · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat when climatic conditions were conducive to the formation of carburetor ice.
- [NTSB SEA88LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA88LA159.md): Cessna 150D · Athol, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 1988 · N4393U · Substantial damage
  > Acft had been modified to conventional lndg gear. On landing roll, variable and gusty surface winds were encountered. Plt lost control of acft, which nosed over.
- [NTSB MKC88LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88LA153.md): Cessna 150 · Macomb, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 9, 1988 · N4503U · Substantial damage
  > The acft had been flown 235 nautical miles the previous day without re-fueling. The PIC stated he thought that he could reach his next fuel stop without refueling at the departure arpt. The PIC stated he flew the acft in that gen dirctn for abt 1 hour. At the…
- [NTSB ATL88FA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88FA198.md): Cessna 150 · Eastman, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 1988 · N4282U · Destroyed
  > The accident occurred after takeoff from a private sod airstrip. A witness saw the aircraft climb to about 500 feet. It then started losing altitude, dropped out of sight, and crashed. The aircraft impacted the ground in a nose low attitude and burned.…
- [NTSB ATL88LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88LA154.md): Cessna 150D · Watkinsville, GA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 24, 1988 · N5921T · Substantial damage
  > Strong headwinds were encountered during the x-c flt. The plt landed at an arpt to refuel but found the arpt FBO to be closed. He continued on toward his destination. About 10 miles from his destination, he made a precautionary ldg in a field due to a…
- [NTSB ANC88LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC88LA024.md): Cessna 150D · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 13, 1988 · N4379U · Substantial damage
  > The flight instructor stated the student landed back on the runway after a practice engine failure; at that point the flight instructor realized how slick the runway was and the aircraft exited the departure end of the runway into a snow bank.
- [NTSB MKC87FA044](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC87FA044.md): Cessna 150D · Central City, NE · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 1987 · N4372U · Destroyed
  > At about 0305 CST, witnesses in vehicles saw the acft lndg lgt as they were driving along a hwy. they rprtd the lgt was moving erratically as the acft was proceeding along the hwy at low alt. Subsequently, the acft struck a utility pole & power lines, then…
- [NTSB MKC87LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC87LA025.md): Cessna 150 · Nevada, MO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 26, 1986 · N5976T · Substantial damage
  > The PIC preflighted his acft prior to departure, but the preflight did not include refueling the acft which contained about 8 gallons of fuel. Normally the 8 gallons of fuel would have been sufficient to reach the destination arpt which was 21 statute miles…

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('2071810')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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