No C-150's EVER lost their tails in flight.

That's what I thought, too. There's certainly some concern for those rudder
components, but they're being scrutinized, as they should be.

I, too, hope to buy a 152 some day soon. I want it to be an A152 so that I can
do legal loops and spins just for the fun of it whenever I get the urge. I also
think high wing planes have lots going for them in safety (spin
characteristics) and convenience (door access, view, sun protection, rain
protection, etc.) I haven't even gotten into the nostalgia aspect. I have so
many years spent riding in Cessnas that owning one seems like the only loyal
thing I could do.

Dave Sproul, Bethesda, MD