A Cessna 150 can be IFR certified if equipped with the 20 or more instruments and devices specified under section 91.205 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). The exact equipment configuration depends on the route to be flown. Other recency requirements also apply.

Yes, you can absolutely fly IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) in a Cessna, provided both the aircraft and the pilot meet specific certification and equipment requirements. Most modern Cessnas, such as the Cessna 172 Skyhawk or 182 Skylane, come factory-equipped with the Garmin G1000 NXi glass cockpit, which is fully certified for IFR operations, including GPS-guided approaches and autopilot integration. To legally fly IFR, the aircraft must have had its altimeter, static system, and transponder tested and inspected within the last 24 months. The pilot must also hold an Instrument Rating and be "current," meaning they have performed at least six instrument approaches, holding procedures, and intercepting/tracking courses within the preceding six calendar months. In 2026, IFR capability is a standard part of flight training in Cessnas, as it allows pilots to fly through clouds and in low-visibility conditions that would ground a VFR (Visual Flight Rules) pilot. However, Cessna single-engine trainers generally lack "Known Ice" protection, so they should avoid IFR flight in icing conditions.