No fatalities

CESSNA 150 accident at Marana, AZ, 9 Nov 2025

Marana, AZ, United States

On November 9, 2025, a CESSNA 150 was involved in an aviation accident near Marana, AZ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper starting procedure which resulted in the airplane’s unexpected movement and subsequent impact with an airport fence. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper starting procedure which resulted in the airplane’s unexpected movement and subsequent impact with an airport fence.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Nov 2025 CESSNA 150 accident near Marana, AZ?

The pilot’s improper starting procedure which resulted in the airplane’s unexpected movement and subsequent impact with an airport fence.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Nov 2025 CESSNA 150 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Nov 2025 involved a CESSNA 150, at Marana, AZ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s improper starting procedure which resulted in the airplane’s unexpected movement and subsequent impact with an airport fence.