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
Mar 29, 1996 LAKELAND, FL N2306D Incident substantial the pilot's improper flare on landing, and his improper use of flight controls on landing rollout.
Feb 24, 1996 KINSTON, NC N3887Y Incident substantial The pilot's failure to compensate for the crosswind and his inadequate weather evaluation. A factor was the gusty crosswind.
Feb 15, 1996 SHELBYVILLE, IL N9614X Incident substantial
the pilot's misjudged flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's improper use of procedur…

the pilot's misjudged flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's improper use of procedure by wearing unapproved correcting lenses, and his resultant decreased depth perception.

Jan 06, 1996 COLUMBIA, TN N44DJ Fatal (1) substantial
failure of the pilot to follow procedures/directives by flying in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) without proper training/certification; an…

failure of the pilot to follow procedures/directives by flying in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) without proper training/certification; and his failure (or inability) to follow proper IFR procedures and maintain proper altitude during an instrument approach, which resulted in a collision with obstacles (trees) and the ground. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, instrument weather conditions, and pilot impairment from use of a medication that is not approved by the FAA for use while operating an aircraft.

Dec 28, 1995 BALTIMORE, MD N450EM Incident substantial failure of the pilot to ensure that the landing gear was fully down and locked before landing.
Nov 23, 1995 GRAND CANYON, AZ N5138Q Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's loss of aircraft control as a result of spatial disorientation. Factors were: the pilot's lack of experience in instrument and night flig…

the pilot's loss of aircraft control as a result of spatial disorientation. Factors were: the pilot's lack of experience in instrument and night flight conditions, inadequate transition/upgrade training, and the dark night light condition.

Nov 19, 1995 BELLEFONTAINE, OH N3328S Incident substantial
THE PILOT UNKNOWNLY LEFT THE IGNITION SWITCH IN RIGHT MAGNETO-ONLY POSITION, WHILE MOVING THE PROPELLER BY HAND, WHICH ALLOWED AN INADVERTENT START OF…

THE PILOT UNKNOWNLY LEFT THE IGNITION SWITCH IN RIGHT MAGNETO-ONLY POSITION, WHILE MOVING THE PROPELLER BY HAND, WHICH ALLOWED AN INADVERTENT START OF THE ENGINE. THE WEAK BATTERY WAS A RELATED FACTOR.

Nov 18, 1995 YELLOW PINE, ID N3741Y Fatal (3) destroyed
improper planning/decision by the pilot, his resultant VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain altitud…

improper planning/decision by the pilot, his resultant VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain altitude and clearance from mountainous terrain. Factors relating to the accident were: the adverse weather conditions, and mountainous terrain.

Nov 11, 1995 LOVELAND, CO N9651X Incident substantial FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO EXTEND THE LANDING GEAR.
Nov 10, 1995 NEWPORT NEWS, VA N2314F Incident substantial the failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump drive shaft, the pilot's failure to properly engage the emergency landing gear handle.
Oct 29, 1995 DIVISADERO, MX N2455S Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 24, 1995 LINCOLN, MT N1752X Incident substantial
The failure of the pilot to follow the landing checklist and assure that the landing gear was extended. Factors relating to the accident were: the pil…

The failure of the pilot to follow the landing checklist and assure that the landing gear was extended. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's diverted attention, and an inoperative landing gear warning system.

Oct 19, 1995 BURLINGTON, VT N36264 Incident substantial
a fractured hydraulic line and loss of hydraulic fluid, which resulted in an inoperative landing gear extension system for both normal and emergency o…

a fractured hydraulic line and loss of hydraulic fluid, which resulted in an inoperative landing gear extension system for both normal and emergency operation of the gear.

Sep 09, 1995 MONTROSE, CO N1851F Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S INATTENTIVENESS TO THE LOW FUEL SUPPLY AND HIS FAILURE TO SWITCH FUEL TANKS IN A TIMELY MANNER. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN …

THE PILOT'S INATTENTIVENESS TO THE LOW FUEL SUPPLY AND HIS FAILURE TO SWITCH FUEL TANKS IN A TIMELY MANNER. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.

Sep 07, 1995 SPRINGFIELD, MO N1751X Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight and his failure to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for the intended trip, which resulted in a total loss of engine …

the pilot's inadequate preflight and his failure to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for the intended trip, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Aug 30, 1995 SUNRIVER, OR N5349A Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear hydraulic drive motor.
Aug 10, 1995 BULLFROG, UT N2377F Incident substantial THE RIGHT BRAKE LOCKING FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Aug 08, 1995 DAWSONVILLE, GA N3698Y Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PILOT'S DISREGARD OF THE WEATHER FORECAST AND FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER (INSTRUMENT FLIGHT CONDITIONS), RESULTING IN AN IN-FLIGHT COLLISIO…

THE PILOT'S DISREGARD OF THE WEATHER FORECAST AND FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER (INSTRUMENT FLIGHT CONDITIONS), RESULTING IN AN IN-FLIGHT COLLISION WHILE MANEUVERING IN MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF RECENT FLYING IN INSTRUMENT FLIGHT CONDITIONS.

Jul 25, 1995 CODY, WY N9492T Minor substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO REFUEL WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF POWER DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION.
Jul 13, 1995 BENTONVILLE, AR N375HW Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT. FACTORS WERE THE MOWN GRASS AND THE HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE.
Jul 01, 1995 LEWISTON, MT N4GY Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS, AND THE LACK OF A SUITABLE AREA FOR THE FORCED LANDING.
Jun 30, 1995 TRUCKEE, CA N300EW Minor substantial fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, and his failure to refuel the aircraft while en route.
May 04, 1995 FABENS, TX N2423S Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO WATER CONTAMINATION OF THE FUEL.
Mar 19, 1995 Cleveland, TN N4618Q Serious (2) substantial The pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in fuel exhaustion during the final approach for landing.
Feb 13, 1995 DAYTON, OH N1RB Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and not attaining directional control which resulted in the airplane impacting a snow bank and nosing ove…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and not attaining directional control which resulted in the airplane impacting a snow bank and nosing over.

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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