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
Feb 07, 1999 TRINIDAD, BL CP161 Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 06, 1999 NAPLES, FL N6174F Fatal (1) destroyed In-flight collision with water while on base turn to final at night for undetermined reasons.
Jan 13, 1999 HALLANDALE BEAC, FL N5458A Minor substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 10, 1998 PROVO, UT N9449X Incident substantial
The pilot's abrupt throttle control movement that caused the engine to flood, and his failure to follow emergency procedures contained in the Airplane…

The pilot's abrupt throttle control movement that caused the engine to flood, and his failure to follow emergency procedures contained in the Airplane Flight Manual. Factors were increasing the mixture control to full rich and switching the fuel pump to high boost.

Sep 26, 1998 ORLANDO, FL N300EW Incident substantial
A 6-8 inch crack on the right main landing gear strut, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to escape from the system, along with a power pack sequencing…

A 6-8 inch crack on the right main landing gear strut, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to escape from the system, along with a power pack sequencing valve failure which allowed the main landing gear to fold on landing. A factor in the accident was the pilots execution of a night landing without her prescribed eye glasses.

Aug 27, 1998 STURGIS, MI N524BL Incident substantial the cracked left main landing gear saddle, resulting in the pilot's inability to get the gear into the down and locked position.
Aug 07, 1998 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N732RD Incident substantial A power loss for reasons undetermined. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
Jul 31, 1998 LEESVILLE, LA N732PB Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's failure to establish a climb during a night go-around. Factors were the lack of visual cues available to the pilot and the dark night ill…

The pilot's failure to establish a climb during a night go-around. Factors were the lack of visual cues available to the pilot and the dark night illumination.

Apr 29, 1998 WEATHERFORD, TX N9466X Incident substantial The restricted movement of the elevator control system by a bolt.
Apr 26, 1998 EUCEMBUNE, AS VHIOR Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 19, 1998 FALLON, NV N8274M Incident substantial
The aircraft owner/pilot's improper assembly of the engine oil pump, which resulted in failure of the unit and oil starvation failure of the engine. …

The aircraft owner/pilot's improper assembly of the engine oil pump, which resulted in failure of the unit and oil starvation failure of the engine. A factor was the lack of supervision of the owner/pilot's work by the A & P mechanic.

Feb 23, 1998 LAFAYETTE, LA N7354M Minor substantial
The unsecured squat switch wires located in the nose gear that were crimped (damaged) when the landing gear was retracted and shorted, resulting in an…

The unsecured squat switch wires located in the nose gear that were crimped (damaged) when the landing gear was retracted and shorted, resulting in an in-flight fire. A factor was the failure of the landing gear to extend during the emergency descent/landing.

Feb 21, 1998 HAZEL GREEN, AL N7398E Incident substantial the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and the nose gear collapsing.
Feb 04, 1998 SPRINGFIELD, IL N5842F Incident substantial
The failure of left main landing gear saddle resulting in the pilot's inability to extend the left gear. A factor was maintenance personnel's failure…

The failure of left main landing gear saddle resulting in the pilot's inability to extend the left gear. A factor was maintenance personnel's failure to comply with the related airworthiness directive.

Feb 04, 1998 MORGAN, UT N9489X Incident substantial
failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. A related factor was the lack of experience…

failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. A related factor was the lack of experience in the make and model of aircraft.

Jan 04, 1998 COMPTON, CA N9406X Minor substantial
The failure of maintenance personnel to adequately inspect the aircraft during an annual inspection to detect a chafed and leaking engine fuel supply …

The failure of maintenance personnel to adequately inspect the aircraft during an annual inspection to detect a chafed and leaking engine fuel supply line.

Oct 05, 1997 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N93089 Incident substantial the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. A related factor was his attention being diverted.
Sep 29, 1997 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N59217 Incident substantial The fracture of the right main hydraulic landing gear actuator housing assembly due to overload.
Aug 22, 1997 OXNARD, CA N1808F Serious (2) destroyed
The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure a fuel supply line during a 100-hour inspection and the failure of inspection personnel to det…

The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure a fuel supply line during a 100-hour inspection and the failure of inspection personnel to detect the loose fitting.

Jun 27, 1997 PEYTON, CO N9417T Incident substantial Failure of both pilots to assure the landing gear was down and locked.
Jun 13, 1997 WAYCROSS, GA N1817F Minor substantial
the private pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, while maneuvering in an attempt to reverse direction, which resulted in an inadvertent stall, and su…

the private pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, while maneuvering in an attempt to reverse direction, which resulted in an inadvertent stall, and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain.

Jun 12, 1997 TOPANGA, CA N8276M Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain proper VFR altitude over mountainous terrain obscured by clouds, and his intentional descent into instrument meteorolo…

The pilot's failure to maintain proper VFR altitude over mountainous terrain obscured by clouds, and his intentional descent into instrument meteorological weather conditions.

Jun 06, 1997 RENTON, WA N3908Y Incident substantial Landing gear hydraulic system power pack failure.
Jun 03, 1997 ELLISTON, VA N9162M Fatal (3) destroyed failure of the PIC to maintain control of the airplane, due to spatial disorientation.
Apr 14, 1997 HUNTSVILLE, AL N3761Y Incident substantial
corrosion and subsequent failure of the elevator trim tab, which resulted in vibration and failure of the elevator. Failure of maintenance personnel t…

corrosion and subsequent failure of the elevator trim tab, which resulted in vibration and failure of the elevator. Failure of maintenance personnel to comply with a service bulletin was a related factor.

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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