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 27, 2008 Tampa, FL N5489V Incident substantial The malfunction of the right main landing gear down-and-locked switch.
Jan 30, 2008 Bessemer, AL N5825F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly secure the airplane before attempting to hand-prop the engine.
Dec 21, 2007 Medford, OK N5957F Incident substantial The pilot's decision to attempt a night landing without runway lighting. A contributing factor was inoperative runway lights.
Nov 16, 2007 Santa Barbara, CA N987M Incident substantial
The left main landing gear's down limit switch plunger being bent and stuck in the closed position, which resulted in the collapse of the landing gear…

The left main landing gear's down limit switch plunger being bent and stuck in the closed position, which resulted in the collapse of the landing gear during the landing roll. The reason for the down limit switch plunger being bent could not be determined.

Oct 17, 2007 Canon City, CO N215MD Incident substantial The failure of the engine throttle cable resulting in a lack of engine power when commanded.
Oct 07, 2007 Columbus, OH N3601Y Incident substantial
The hydraulic system pump leak which resulted in the failure of the emergency landing gear system to extend and lock the landing gear for landing and …

The hydraulic system pump leak which resulted in the failure of the emergency landing gear system to extend and lock the landing gear for landing and the flap system.

Aug 25, 2007 Cottage Grove, OR N75032 Incident substantial The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Aug 10, 2007 Fort Wayne, IN N3794Y Incident substantial The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight.
Jun 01, 2007 Denton, MT N9RB Incident substantial The pilot's decision to abort the landing with insufficient runway available to gurantee obstruction clearance.
May 08, 2007 Sulphur, LA N9461 Incident substantial The collapsed of the right main landing gear for undetermined reasons.
May 03, 2007 Vienna, OH N7462E Incident substantial Loss of engine power during approach for undetermined reasons. Unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing and a vehicle were factors.
Apr 11, 2007 Charlotte, MI N77RE Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, inadequate landing flare, failure to maintain directional control, and encounter with a p…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, inadequate landing flare, failure to maintain directional control, and encounter with a pilot-induced oscillation (porpoise. A contributing factor was the wind gust.

Nov 22, 2006 Baytown, TX N7499E Incident substantial The failure of the main landing gear to fully extend for an undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in a gear-up landing.
Oct 21, 2006 Friday Harbor, WA N4942U Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird during takeoff.
Jul 07, 2006 Denver City, TX N9419X Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jul 05, 2006 Novato, CA N12PF Incident substantial The failure of the left main landing gear to extend for undetermined reasons.
Jun 12, 2006 Lawton, OK N7303E Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jun 10, 2006 Flagstaff, AZ N9666X Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing and a porpoise.
May 21, 2006 Seoul, KS HL1027 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 01, 2005 Lopez Island, WA N1876Z Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from an airport sign during the visual approach. The sign was a factor in the accident.
Nov 28, 2005 Kirbyville, TX N761FL Incident substantial The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Oct 26, 2005 BAKER, LA N59051 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance during takeoff roll.
Oct 19, 2005 Kankakee, IL N3610Y Incident substantial
A hydraulic line leak causing a loss of hydraulic fluid and subsequent failure of the hydraulic system. An additional cause was the inoperative landi…

A hydraulic line leak causing a loss of hydraulic fluid and subsequent failure of the hydraulic system. An additional cause was the inoperative landing gear extension system, both normal and emergency, due to a complete loss of the hydraulic system.

Aug 10, 2005 Rapid City, SD N9408T Incident substantial
The landing gear extension not possible and inoperative flap system due to fatigue failure of a hydraulic system tube during approach. An additional …

The landing gear extension not possible and inoperative flap system due to fatigue failure of a hydraulic system tube during approach. An additional cause was the improper rebuild/remanufacture of the hydraulic tube. Contributing factors were the dependency of the landing gear and flap systems on the common hydraulic system allowing a single-point failure to affect both systems.

Jul 31, 2005 San Diego, CA N9468X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was fully extended prior to landing. A contributing factor was the pilot's diverted attention.
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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