Cessna 210B Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 34 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

34

All Events

15

Incidents

7

Minor

3

Serious

9

Fatal (21 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 16, 2026 Camarillo, CA N9735X Fatal (1) Investigation pending
Oct 06, 2025 Parkin, AR N9627X Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 18, 2023 Pueblo, CO N9597X Incident substantial
The fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid that prevented the pilot from lower…

The fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid that prevented the pilot from lowering the landing gear to the fully extended position.

Aug 30, 2023 Wichita, KS N9663X Minor substantial Loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Aug 09, 2022 Clinton, AR N9637X Incident substantial A fatigue crack in the hydraulic actuator, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and the pilot’s inability to fully extend the landing gear.
Mar 16, 2017 Opal, SD N9581X Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined due to a lack of evidence.
Nov 08, 2014 Bullhead City, AZ N9578X Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear actuator housing during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Apr 15, 2013 Caldwell, ID N9685X Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to lower the landing gear, which resulted in a gear-up hard landing.
Dec 27, 2010 Loveland, CO N200EP Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's intentional flight into terrain.
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 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.
Sep 22, 2004 Flagstaff, AZ N9757X Minor substantial
the pilot's improper leaning procedures and delayed decision to abort the takeoff when it became obvious that the engine was not developing full power…

the pilot's improper leaning procedures and delayed decision to abort the takeoff when it became obvious that the engine was not developing full power. A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to use a runway with a quartering tailwind.

May 27, 2004 Marsh Harbour, BF N9690X Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Apr 06, 2001 Camp Verde, AZ N126RA Incident substantial The throttle linkage disconnection resulting in the engine producing idle power. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Oct 06, 1999 TONOPAH, NV N9609X Serious (2) substantial
The pilot's failure to monitor his altitude and maintain an adequate terrain clearance during the approach. The dark night lighting conditions and th…

The pilot's failure to monitor his altitude and maintain an adequate terrain clearance during the approach. The dark night lighting conditions and the visual illusion created by the lack of ground reference lights were factors in the accident.

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.

Nov 11, 1995 LOVELAND, CO N9651X Incident substantial FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO EXTEND THE LANDING GEAR.
Jul 01, 1995 LEWISTON, MT N4GY Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS, AND THE LACK OF A SUITABLE AREA FOR THE FORCED LANDING.
Jun 11, 1994 CULPEPPER, VA N210M Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and loss of control of the aircra…

the pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and loss of control of the aircraft. Contributing factors were the low ceilings and clouds.

Dec 06, 1993 DUBUQUE, IA N9684X Serious (1) substantial
FLIGHT BY THE PILOT INTO KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS, WHICH RESULTED IN AIRFRAME ICING AND AN INABILITY OF THE AIRCRAFT TO MAINTAIN ALTITUDE ON THE ILS GLI…

FLIGHT BY THE PILOT INTO KNOWN ICING CONDITIONS, WHICH RESULTED IN AIRFRAME ICING AND AN INABILITY OF THE AIRCRAFT TO MAINTAIN ALTITUDE ON THE ILS GLIDEPATH, ONCE THE LANDING GEAR WAS LOWERED. THE WEATHER CONDITIONS WERE RELATED FACTORS.

Nov 08, 1992 MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR N9637X Incident substantial THE COLLAPSED RIGHT MAIN GEAR DUE TO THE GEAR LOCKING MECHANISM NOT BEING ENGAGED. A FACTOR WAS THE FAILED CRANKSHAFT.
Sep 15, 1992 ANDREWS, NC N9622X Fatal (4) destroyed
THE PILOT'S ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF IN FOGGY CONDITIONS, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRCRAFT CONTROL DURING THE INITIAL CLIMBOUT, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INAD…

THE PILOT'S ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF IN FOGGY CONDITIONS, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRCRAFT CONTROL DURING THE INITIAL CLIMBOUT, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL AND IMPACT WITH TERRAIN. FACTORS WERE THE PREVAILING FOG AND THE NIGHT LIGHTING CONDITIONS.

Jun 14, 1992 BELLEVILLE, IL N9545X Incident substantial THE IMPROPER FUEL PUMP HIGH END DISCHARGE ADJUSTMENT. A RELATED FACTOR IS IMPROPER MAINTENANCE/ANNUAL INSPECTION.
Aug 01, 1991 ASPEN, CO N9711X Serious (2) destroyed
A PILOT INDUCED INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ASCERTAIN THE LANDING GEAR WAS DOWN AND LOCKED IN A TIMELY MANNER, A LOW (FL…

A PILOT INDUCED INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ASCERTAIN THE LANDING GEAR WAS DOWN AND LOCKED IN A TIMELY MANNER, A LOW (FLUID) LEVEL IN HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR, CAUSING THE HYDRAULIC PUMP TO FLUCTUATE (CAVITATE), AND THE PILOT'S ATTENTION BEING DIVERTED.

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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