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
Dec 25, 1999 SOUTH LYON, MI N7493E Incident substantial
the failure of the throttle and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot in the taxi area. Factors were the collapsed nose gear and the rough …

the failure of the throttle and the unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot in the taxi area. Factors were the collapsed nose gear and the rough terrain,

Dec 04, 1999 COLUMBUS, OH N1773X Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to verify landing gear extension. Factors were the unreliable retraction/extension assembly, and the flying club's continued oper…

The pilot's failure to verify landing gear extension. Factors were the unreliable retraction/extension assembly, and the flying club's continued operation of the airplane with known deficiencies in the equipment.

Nov 21, 1999 SHERIDAN, WY N3928Y Incident substantial The partial failure of the engine driven hydraulic pump.
Oct 30, 1999 PONCA CITY, OK N1162M Incident substantial
Inadequate quality control by the manufacturer of the throttle control cable, which resulted in failure of the cable due to fatigue. A factor was the…

Inadequate quality control by the manufacturer of the throttle control cable, which resulted in failure of the cable due to fatigue. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Oct 16, 1999 ENTERPRISE, NV N6556X Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a ditch.
Oct 01, 1999 FAYETTEVILLE, AR N2157S Incident substantial
The cause of the right main gear collapse was undetermined. A factor was the failure of the gear 'down & locked' switch resulting in a false 'down & …

The cause of the right main gear collapse was undetermined. A factor was the failure of the gear 'down & locked' switch resulting in a false 'down & locked' indication in the cockpit.

Sep 04, 1999 DIXIE, ID N9740X Incident substantial Inadequate airspeed and clearance was not maintained. Mountainous conditions, trees, and an inadequately planned approach were factors.
Aug 14, 1999 PORT ANGELES, WA N9588X Incident substantial
The failure of maintenance personnel to detect cracked main landing gear saddles during required inspection, and subsequent fatigue fracture of the le…

The failure of maintenance personnel to detect cracked main landing gear saddles during required inspection, and subsequent fatigue fracture of the left main landing gear saddle resulting in separation of the saddle and disabling of the left main gear.

Jun 11, 1999 GT. HARBOUR CAY, BF N1765X Incident destroyed Investigation pending
May 31, 1999 MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR N9483M Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing flare/touchdown. Factors were the pilot's delay in aborting the landing and the fence post…

The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing flare/touchdown. Factors were the pilot's delay in aborting the landing and the fence post.

Apr 30, 1999 BAY CITY, TX N9404X Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate management of fuel and his failure to follow the pre-landing checklist resulting in the loss of engine power as a result of fue…

The pilot's inadequate management of fuel and his failure to follow the pre-landing checklist resulting in the loss of engine power as a result of fuel starvation. Factors were the pilot's physiological condition and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Mar 30, 1999 OPA LOCKA, FL N93111 Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 10, 1998 PROVO, UT N9449X Incident substantial
The pilot's abrupt throttle control movement that caused the engine to flood, and his failure to follow emergency procedures contained in the Airplane…

The pilot's abrupt throttle control movement that caused the engine to flood, and his failure to follow emergency procedures contained in the Airplane Flight Manual. Factors were increasing the mixture control to full rich and switching the fuel pump to high boost.

Sep 26, 1998 ORLANDO, FL N300EW Incident substantial
A 6-8 inch crack on the right main landing gear strut, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to escape from the system, along with a power pack sequencing…

A 6-8 inch crack on the right main landing gear strut, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to escape from the system, along with a power pack sequencing valve failure which allowed the main landing gear to fold on landing. A factor in the accident was the pilots execution of a night landing without her prescribed eye glasses.

Aug 27, 1998 STURGIS, MI N524BL Incident substantial the cracked left main landing gear saddle, resulting in the pilot's inability to get the gear into the down and locked position.
Aug 07, 1998 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N732RD Incident substantial A power loss for reasons undetermined. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
Apr 29, 1998 WEATHERFORD, TX N9466X Incident substantial The restricted movement of the elevator control system by a bolt.
Mar 19, 1998 FALLON, NV N8274M Incident substantial
The aircraft owner/pilot's improper assembly of the engine oil pump, which resulted in failure of the unit and oil starvation failure of the engine. …

The aircraft owner/pilot's improper assembly of the engine oil pump, which resulted in failure of the unit and oil starvation failure of the engine. A factor was the lack of supervision of the owner/pilot's work by the A & P mechanic.

Feb 21, 1998 HAZEL GREEN, AL N7398E Incident substantial the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and the nose gear collapsing.
Feb 04, 1998 SPRINGFIELD, IL N5842F Incident substantial
The failure of left main landing gear saddle resulting in the pilot's inability to extend the left gear. A factor was maintenance personnel's failure…

The failure of left main landing gear saddle resulting in the pilot's inability to extend the left gear. A factor was maintenance personnel's failure to comply with the related airworthiness directive.

Feb 04, 1998 MORGAN, UT N9489X Incident substantial
failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. A related factor was the lack of experience…

failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. A related factor was the lack of experience in the make and model of aircraft.

Oct 05, 1997 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N93089 Incident substantial the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. A related factor was his attention being diverted.
Sep 29, 1997 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N59217 Incident substantial The fracture of the right main hydraulic landing gear actuator housing assembly due to overload.
Jun 27, 1997 PEYTON, CO N9417T Incident substantial Failure of both pilots to assure the landing gear was down and locked.
Jun 06, 1997 RENTON, WA N3908Y Incident substantial Landing gear hydraulic system power pack failure.
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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