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
Oct 23, 2011 West Chicago, IL N3309S Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before touchdown due to his failure to use a checklist.
Oct 10, 2011 Phillipsburg, KS N615BT Incident substantial The pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 06, 2011 Wolfe City, TX N9448X Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management.
Aug 13, 2011 Seattle, WA N732FY Incident substantial A loss of electrical power while on final approach due to a depleted battery, which resulted in an intentional gear-up emergency landing.
Jul 10, 2011 McKenzie Bridge, OR N8343Z Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Mar 06, 2011 Pahrump, NV N9400T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown and his improper decision to abort a gear-up landing following a propeller strike.
Feb 08, 2011 Columbia, MO N92MP Incident minor The pilot did not extend the landing gear before touchdown due to his distraction during the landing approach and his not using a landing checklist.
Jan 26, 2011 Crestview, FL N5767J Incident substantial The pilot's inability to maintain control of the airplane during landing due to the failure of the right main tire.
Jul 09, 2010 Houston, TX N2157S Incident substantial
The failure of a hydraulic fluid line, which caused a loss of hydraulic pressure to the landing gear extension system and resulted in the partial coll…

The failure of a hydraulic fluid line, which caused a loss of hydraulic pressure to the landing gear extension system and resulted in the partial collapse of the right main landing gear during touchdown.

Jul 05, 2010 Coeur d'Alene, ID N8133G Incident substantial The loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons.
Jun 09, 2010 Tampa, FL N2263S Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power due to inadequate torgue on the crankcase bolts. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection performed 1…

The total loss of engine power due to inadequate torgue on the crankcase bolts. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection performed 19.5 hours prior to the accident.

Apr 11, 2010 Show Low, AZ N9527T Incident substantial
Inadequate clearance between a landing gear brake system line and airframe components, which precluded gear extension and resulted in an intentional g…

Inadequate clearance between a landing gear brake system line and airframe components, which precluded gear extension and resulted in an intentional gear-up landing.

Feb 18, 2010 Aurora, OR N777FW Incident substantial
The failure of the landing gear to properly function for undetermined reasons, resulting in the right main landing gear collapsing during landing. Co…

The failure of the landing gear to properly function for undetermined reasons, resulting in the right main landing gear collapsing during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to follow the emergency gear extension procedure.

Dec 25, 2009 Robert Lee, TX N9499X Incident substantial The collapse of the right main landing gear during landing for unknown reasons.
Oct 04, 2009 Louisville, KY N9443T Incident substantial
A malfunction of the landing gear extension system due to a fractured hydraulic line. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and m…

A malfunction of the landing gear extension system due to a fractured hydraulic line. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and maintenance of the hydraulic line.

Aug 27, 2009 Show Low, AZ N4600Q Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power due to the displaced oil filter adapter gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and oil exhaustion. Contributing to the acc…

A total loss of engine power due to the displaced oil filter adapter gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and oil exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.

May 25, 2009 Seattle, WA N210AK Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to activate the fuel boost pump when attempting an engine resta…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to activate the fuel boost pump when attempting an engine restart. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use a checklist.

Apr 22, 2009 Richmond, IN N7409E Incident substantial The pilot under instruction's failure to lower the landing gear and the instructor pilot's inadequate supervision.
Mar 23, 2009 Angel Fire, NM N59287 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off on an icy runwa…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off on an icy runway with high crosswinds.

Jan 27, 2009 Henderson, NV N210TF Incident substantial An undetermined failure of the hydraulic power pack to fully extend the main landing gear through both the normal and emergency systems.
Dec 17, 2008 Sheridan, WY N9619T Incident substantial
Maintenance personnel's failure to reinstall the left front pilot's seat correctly, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control and subsequent impac…

Maintenance personnel's failure to reinstall the left front pilot's seat correctly, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control and subsequent impact with a taxiway sign.

Oct 11, 2008 Placerville, CA N7418E Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 09, 2008 Payson, UT N8374Z Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were a dark night and a cherry orchard at t…

The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were a dark night and a cherry orchard at the location where the pilot executed the forced landing.

Sep 07, 2008 Pagosa Springs, CO N6515X Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear to extend for undetermined reasons.
Mar 20, 2008 Cincinnati, OH N4943U Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cau…

The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cause was the pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was fully down and locked prior to landing. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to properly service the battery prior to the flight and the subsequent loss of all electrical power, which rendered that normal gear extension system inoperative.

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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