Cessna 210A Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 36 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

36

All Events

23

Incidents

6

Minor

3

Serious

4

Fatal (7 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 22, 2014 Port Angeles, WA N9457X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground-loop.
Dec 31, 2012 Chandler, AZ N9507X Incident substantial
A loss of engine power during takeoff climb for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing of the engine reveal…

A loss of engine power during takeoff climb for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

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.
Dec 25, 2009 Robert Lee, TX N9499X Incident substantial The collapse of the right main landing gear during landing for unknown reasons.
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.
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 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.
Oct 30, 2004 North Las Vegas, NV N6675X Incident substantial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
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.

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.

Apr 29, 1998 WEATHERFORD, TX N9466X Incident substantial The restricted movement of the elevator control system by a bolt.
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.

Dec 23, 1996 PEYTON, CO N6680X Incident substantial
the pilot's improper fuel management by failing to avoid a prolong uncoordinated turn or slip, which resulted in fuel starvation. Factors relating to…

the pilot's improper fuel management by failing to avoid a prolong uncoordinated turn or slip, which resulted in fuel starvation. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and the lack of (activated) runway lights.

Oct 24, 1994 MANHATTAN, KS N6663X Incident substantial total loss of engine power for reason(s) undetermined. A factor was the dark night.
Aug 10, 1994 VARNVILLE, SC N6601X Incident substantial
WATER CONTAMINATION IN THE FUEL THAT RESULTED FROM INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION OF THE AIRPLANE. A FACTOR WAS THE ROUGH TERRAIN AT THE LANDING SI…

WATER CONTAMINATION IN THE FUEL THAT RESULTED FROM INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION OF THE AIRPLANE. A FACTOR WAS THE ROUGH TERRAIN AT THE LANDING SITE.

Jun 24, 1994 MESQUITE, NV N6659X Incident substantial EXHAUSTION OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC FLUID DUE TO AN INADEQUATE ANNUAL INSPECTION.
Jul 25, 1993 SALINAS, CA N9520X Incident substantial An undetermined loss of engine power during the final approach phase of landing resulting in a collision with terrain during the forced landing.
May 25, 1990 PALM HARBOR, FL N6697X Incident substantial THE IMPROPER LEANING OF THE FUEL/AIR MIXTURE RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO EXCESSIVE INTERNAL ENGINE TEMPERATURE.
Jun 19, 1989 OCEAN CITY, MD N9520X Incident substantial
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO GO AROUND AFTER LANDING LONG & RECOVERING FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED ON…

FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO GO AROUND AFTER LANDING LONG & RECOVERING FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED ON THE APCH, HIS IMPROPER FLARE FOR THE LANDING, HIS FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT, AND THE AIRPORT FACILITY (LOCALIZER TRANSMITTER) BEYOND THE END OF THE RUNWAY.

Nov 12, 1987 SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA N9505X Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 06, 1985 QUARTZSITE, AZ N66MG Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 10, 1982 ROCK SPRINGS, TX N9637T Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 22, 1982 FLORIDA CITY, FL N7335E Incident substantial Investigation pending
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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