Cessna 210 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 819 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

819

All Events

427

Incidents

128

Minor

64

Serious

192

Fatal (413 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 06, 2001 Camp Verde, AZ N126RA Incident substantial The throttle linkage disconnection resulting in the engine producing idle power. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Mar 31, 2001 Teslin, CA N5812F Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 15, 2001 Lawton, OK N210HS Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare/touchdown. A contributing factor was the crosswind.
Mar 01, 2001 Newark, OH N3738Y Incident substantial Improper maintenance, which resulted in the failure of the instrument panel shock mounts.
Feb 08, 2001 AUGUSTA, GA N125LS Minor substantial The pilot's failure to properly preflight fuel required for the flight that resulted in fuel exhaustion and the lost of engine power.
Jan 15, 2001 Burnet, TX N1736M Serious (2) destroyed
the pilot's failure to maintain proper glide path during a practice instrument approach, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain. Contr…

the pilot's failure to maintain proper glide path during a practice instrument approach, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain. Contributory factors to the accident were the dark night light condition and the safety pilot's inadequate monitoring of the practice approach.

Dec 19, 2000 INDIANAPOLIS, IN N9791X Incident substantial The reason for the loss of engine power is undetermined. A factor was the rough terrain.
Dec 13, 2000 BOULDER, CO N969RJ Incident substantial
Total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water), and failure of the pilot to have the airplane completely refueled. A factor was unsuita…

Total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water), and failure of the pilot to have the airplane completely refueled. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.

Nov 16, 2000 Oxnard, CA N8118G Incident substantial Failure of the internal cam gear in the remanufactured engine. A factor was the congested obstacles in the forced landing area.
Oct 26, 2000 OKLAHOMA CITY, OK N9485T Fatal (1) destroyed
the pilot's loss of control of the aircraft during initial/takeoff climb. Contributing factors were the night conditions, low ceilings, and the pilot…

the pilot's loss of control of the aircraft during initial/takeoff climb. Contributing factors were the night conditions, low ceilings, and the pilot's lack of flight experience in actual instrument meteorological conditions at night.

Oct 04, 2000 MARSHFIELD, MA N6096B Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's improper management of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel starvation of the engine. A factor in the accident was the pilot's diverte…

The pilot's improper management of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel starvation of the engine. A factor in the accident was the pilot's diverted attention to the inclement weather.

Aug 28, 2000 HOLBROOK, AZ N210DL Incident substantial The lack of elevator control during final approach, for undetermined reasons, that resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 07, 2000 REYKJAVIK, IC TFGTI Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 26, 2000 ASHLAND, VA N3894Y Fatal (1) destroyed The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation. Factors were the dark night, low ceiling and fog.
Jul 24, 2000 HARRISBURG, IL N5525A Incident substantial The power loss for undetermined reasons and unsuitable terrain.
Jul 20, 2000 LUBBOCK, TX N3996Y Minor substantial The pilot's improper aircraft handling as a result of his alcohol impairment.
Jul 03, 2000 POCATELLO, ID N2331F Incident substantial
Improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. Factors include dark night environmental conditions and lack of recent experience for night landi…

Improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. Factors include dark night environmental conditions and lack of recent experience for night landings.

Jun 25, 2000 SUMNER, IA N3396S Fatal (1) destroyed
failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the terrain after flight into adverse weather. Contributing factors were the thunderstorms and lack o…

failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the terrain after flight into adverse weather. Contributing factors were the thunderstorms and lack of instrument certification by the pilot.

Jun 16, 2000 LOUISVILLE, KY N485CA Minor substantial The pilot's improper operation of the fuel selector.
May 09, 2000 FAYETTEVILLE, NC N6607X Serious (1) substantial The pilot's improper fuel management resulting in fuel starvation. A factor was improper planned approach.
May 08, 2000 MACK, CO N732ER Fatal (2) substantial The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors were the mountain obscuration and the rising terrain.
Mar 02, 2000 MACOMB, IL N9552T Minor substantial
the inadequate maintenance inspection prior to the ferry flight by the pilot/mechanic rated passenger who endorsed the airplane as airworthy, the shif…

the inadequate maintenance inspection prior to the ferry flight by the pilot/mechanic rated passenger who endorsed the airplane as airworthy, the shift in the number two main bearing left half, and the fractured crankshaft. A factor was the rough/uneven terrain and the ferry permit's procedures not followed by the pilot in command.

Feb 25, 2000 PUERTO BARRIOS, GT TGTRO Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 08, 2000 GLENDALE, AZ N4946U Minor substantial
the pilot's attempt to go-around with inadequate altitude and airspeed available, resulting in a power demand that exceeded the capability of the airc…

the pilot's attempt to go-around with inadequate altitude and airspeed available, resulting in a power demand that exceeded the capability of the aircraft. The fully extended gear and flaps were factors in this accident.

Dec 25, 1999 SOUTH LYON, MI N7493E Incident substantial
the failure of the throttle and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot in the taxi area. Factors were the collapsed nose gear and the rough …

the failure of the throttle and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot in the taxi area. Factors were the collapsed nose gear and the rough terrain,

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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