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
Jun 01, 2018 Ramona, CA N9410M Incident substantial
The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump due to the installation of improper cap screws, which resulted in a gap in the pump housing, a subsequ…

The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump due to the installation of improper cap screws, which resulted in a gap in the pump housing, a subsequent hydraulic leak, and the landing gear collapsing.

May 16, 2018 Itacoatiara, BR PR-RCJ Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 02, 2018 Alma, CO N68640 Fatal (1) substantial
The noncertificated pilot's poor decision to depart on a flight over mountainous terrain in an improperly maintained airplane, and the subsequent enco…

The noncertificated pilot's poor decision to depart on a flight over mountainous terrain in an improperly maintained airplane, and the subsequent encounter with mountain wave turbulence, which resulted in the loss of airplane control and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight weather planning.

Mar 16, 2018 Shelburne, VT N761DV Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jan 21, 2018 SUSSEX, NJ N884KM Incident destroyed The pilot’s inadvertent landing gear retraction during approach.
Jan 14, 2018 Juneau, AK N3607Y Incident substantial
A loss of hydraulic fluid due to a fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in the pilot's inability to fully…

A loss of hydraulic fluid due to a fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in the pilot's inability to fully extend the landing gear and a main landing gear collapse during the landing roll.

Dec 30, 2017 San Bernardino, CA N222AT Incident substantial
The fatigue failure of the left main landing gear (MLG) saddle, which resulted in the pilot's inability to extend the left MLG. Contributing to the ac…

The fatigue failure of the left main landing gear (MLG) saddle, which resulted in the pilot's inability to extend the left MLG. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to fly the airplane before the annual inspection was completed and the airplane returned to service in an airworthy condition.

Oct 24, 2017 Albany, AS VH-DBU Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 22, 2017 Itaituba, BR PT-ORU Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 16, 2017 Russian Mission, AK N8347Z Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent lo…

The pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of control.

Sep 20, 2017 Sacramento, CA N7330E Incident substantial
Partial retraction of the main landing gear during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and func…

Partial retraction of the main landing gear during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and functional testing of the gear revealed no anomalies.

Sep 13, 2017 Hallsville, MO N5906F Incident substantial The total loss of engine power due to a fatigue failure of the engine mixture control cable.
Sep 12, 2017 Kinsley, KS N9595X Incident substantial The pilot's decision to continue an unstabilized approach for landing in tailwind conditions, which resulted in a runway overrun and a nose-over.
Jul 11, 2017 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA N732FJ Incident substantial Failure of the left landing gear door actuator, which resulted in a loss of all hydraulic pressure and subsequent gear collapse on landing.
Jul 08, 2017 Bettles, AK N9664X Incident destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate glidepath during the approach to the runway over glassy water and in glaring sun conditions.
Jun 29, 2017 Germiston, SF ZS-SOK Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 03, 2017 Anoka, MN N1854F Incident substantial
The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by t…

The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by the airplane owner.

Apr 20, 2017 Salida, CO N9589T Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Apr 15, 2017 Minden, LA N7358E Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel planning and in-flight fuel monitoring, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Apr 08, 2017 Santa Teresa, NM N3938Y Minor substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, porpoised landing and subsequent nose-over.
Mar 16, 2017 Opal, SD N9581X Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined due to a lack of evidence.
Jan 28, 2017 Charleston, WV N59196 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing and runway excursion.
Dec 20, 2016 Longville, MN N80RB Incident substantial The in-flight encounter with wind shear and gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a bounced landing and runway excursion.
Nov 08, 2016 Metropolitana, CI CC-LLH Minor Investigation pending
Sep 08, 2016 Naivasha, Nakuru County, KE 5Y-CKK Incident destroyed Investigation pending
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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