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
Aug 12, 2008 Auburn, WA N98KC Minor substantial
A catastrophic engine failure due to the partial blockage of the lubricating oil galley in one of the crankshaft connecting rod journals, leading to t…

A catastrophic engine failure due to the partial blockage of the lubricating oil galley in one of the crankshaft connecting rod journals, leading to the failure of the connecting rod cap.

Jun 10, 2008 Nairegi Enkera, KE 5Y-BVE Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
May 15, 2008 Abingdon Downs, AS VH-IDM Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
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.

Feb 27, 2008 Tampa, FL N5489V Incident substantial The malfunction of the right main landing gear down-and-locked switch.
Feb 27, 2008 Santiago, CI CC-KKU Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 23, 2008 Willcox, AZ N7337E Minor substantial
A loss of engine power while on final approach due to multiple grounding faults in the ignition system as a result of poor ignition system maintenance…

A loss of engine power while on final approach due to multiple grounding faults in the ignition system as a result of poor ignition system maintenance.

Feb 05, 2008 Baytown, TX N968CC Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after flying into clouds.
Jan 30, 2008 Bessemer, AL N5825F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly secure the airplane before attempting to hand-prop the engine.
Jan 11, 2008 Windhoek, WA V5-GWH Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
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 14, 2007 Hailey, ID N33AG Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Wind gusts and a quartering tailwind were factors.
Jun 07, 2007 Quilcene, WA N8308Z Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into mountainous terrain. Factors contribu…

The pilot's continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into mountainous terrain. Factors contributing to the accident included the low clouds which obscured the rising, mountainous terrain.

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 29, 2007 Hamilton, OH N3974Y Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors contributing to the accident were the stall encountered during the attempted go aroun…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors contributing to the accident were the stall encountered during the attempted go around and the wind gusts.

Apr 28, 2007 Palma Real, HO TG-MAP Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
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.

Feb 19, 2007 Lago Vista, TX N1162M Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention with a reported autopilot malfunction.
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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