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
Jul 29, 2005 Saratoga, WY N2361F Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation. Contributing factors include the pilot's fai…

the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation. Contributing factors include the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/mush, the pilot's failure to calculate a weight and balance, and the high density altitude.

Jul 09, 2005 La Gygne, KS N4933U Incident substantial
The failure of the throttle control cable which resulted from wear followed by fatigue cracking. A factor associated with the accident was the corn c…

The failure of the throttle control cable which resulted from wear followed by fatigue cracking. A factor associated with the accident was the corn crop which the airplane contacted during the forced landing.

Jun 12, 2005 Watsonville, CA N9457T Incident substantial the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing.
May 30, 2005 Friendship, WI N9623X Incident substantial The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Contributing factors to the accident were the trees and the dark night light condition.
May 25, 2005 Harvey, LA N5120Q Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
May 15, 2005 Houston, TX N1766X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll. A contributing factor was reported partial loss of brake control.
Mar 24, 2005 Bronson, MI N2380F Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation which failed to detect contaminated fuel that led to a loss of engine power. The unsuitable terrain enco…

The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation which failed to detect contaminated fuel that led to a loss of engine power. The unsuitable terrain encountered was a factor.

Mar 13, 2005 Bradfordville, FL N4617C Incident substantial
The failure of ATC to provide traffic advisories and safety alerts required in class C airspace and the inability of both pilots to see and avoid each…

The failure of ATC to provide traffic advisories and safety alerts required in class C airspace and the inability of both pilots to see and avoid each other (low wing on top, high wing below), resulting in the midair collision.

Mar 08, 2005 Oxnard, CA N2044S Incident substantial
A pinhole leak in the fuel pressure line during the takeoff roll that was ignited by an electrical arc associated with wires adjacent to the fuel line…

A pinhole leak in the fuel pressure line during the takeoff roll that was ignited by an electrical arc associated with wires adjacent to the fuel line. A contributing factor in the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to comply with a manufacturer's service bulletin that addressed potential damage to the fuel line.

Nov 12, 2004 Apple Valley, CA N5LT Incident substantial
loss of engine power due to fuel starvation/exhaustion, which was a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure there …

loss of engine power due to fuel starvation/exhaustion, which was a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure there was enough fuel onboard for the flight.

Oct 30, 2004 North Las Vegas, NV N6675X Incident substantial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 13, 2004 Freeport, BF N357RB Incident destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 10, 2004 Salida, CO N732TE Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.

Jul 14, 2004 Quarryville, PA N6043N Incident substantial
Improper maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a total electrical failure during cruise flight in IMC, and a subsequent precautiona…

Improper maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a total electrical failure during cruise flight in IMC, and a subsequent precautionary landing. A factor in the accident was the low ceiling.

Feb 16, 2004 Pittsburgh, PA N4974U Incident substantial
The owner/pilot-mechanic's failure to comply with an airworthiness directive, which resulted in a fatigue fracture to the left main landing gear saddl…

The owner/pilot-mechanic's failure to comply with an airworthiness directive, which resulted in a fatigue fracture to the left main landing gear saddle.

Jan 14, 2004 Fort Meade, FL N453MC Incident substantial
The failure of the pilot to abort the takeoff after encountering fog during the preflight and engine run-up, and also his failure to maintain proper a…

The failure of the pilot to abort the takeoff after encountering fog during the preflight and engine run-up, and also his failure to maintain proper alignment with the runway during the takeoff roll due to a fogged windshield resulting in the collision with a fence.

Nov 09, 2003 Millington, TN N3728Y Incident substantial The malfunction of the main hydraulic landing gear system actuator resulting in an emergency gear up landing.
Oct 16, 2003 Meeker, CO N5915F Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the pilots failure to recognize the gear warning horn during the land…

the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the pilots failure to recognize the gear warning horn during the landing flare.

Oct 07, 2003 Tallahassee, FL N59063 Incident substantial Loss of engine power due to crankshaft counterweight failure.
Sep 01, 2003 St. Paul, MN N7445E Incident substantial The pilot in command performing an improper flare.
Aug 18, 2003 San Antonio, TX N139RC Incident substantial The pilot's failure to comply with the checklist resulting in a wheels up landing. Contributing to the accident was self-induced pressure.
Jun 30, 2003 Henderson, NV N9544T Incident substantial
A bolt in the fuel selector that restricted the flow of fuel to the engine, which resulted in fuel starvation and a partial loss of engine power durin…

A bolt in the fuel selector that restricted the flow of fuel to the engine, which resulted in fuel starvation and a partial loss of engine power during the final approach to land.

Jun 23, 2003 Carlisle, AR N9TK Incident substantial
The pilot's improper in-flight decision to descend for landing, at night, without the runway environment insight. Contributing factors were the pilot…

The pilot's improper in-flight decision to descend for landing, at night, without the runway environment insight. Contributing factors were the pilot's disorientation, the embankment and the dark night condition.

Jun 03, 2003 Tallahassee, FL N2328F Incident substantial The arching of the battery electric wire which was chaffing against the main steel braided fuel hose resulting in fire in the engine compartment.
May 16, 2003 Lewistown, MT N4804P Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The condition of the runway overrun was a 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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