How many accidents has the Cessna 210C had?

The NTSB has recorded 14 events involving the Cessna 210C: 2 fatal, 1 serious, 1 minor injuries, and 10 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 210C a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 210C has 14 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 210C Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 14 events recorded from 1983 to 2022.

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Fatal (3 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jul 21, 2018	Blum, TX	N3611Y	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive leaning of the fuel mixture, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear in acc… The pilot's excessive leaning of the fuel mixture, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear in accordance with the airplane emergency checklist, which resulted in a gear-up landing.
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.
Oct 19, 2005	Kankakee, IL	N3610Y	Incident	substantial	A hydraulic line leak causing a loss of hydraulic fluid and subsequent failure of the hydraulic system. An additional cause was the inoperative landi… A hydraulic line leak causing a loss of hydraulic fluid and subsequent failure of the hydraulic system. An additional cause was the inoperative landing gear extension system, both normal and emergency, due to a complete loss of the hydraulic system.
Dec 19, 2000	INDIANAPOLIS, IN	N9791X	Incident	substantial	The reason for the loss of engine power is undetermined. A factor was the rough terrain.
Dec 13, 2000	BOULDER, CO	N969RJ	Incident	substantial	Total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water), and failure of the pilot to have the airplane completely refueled. A factor was unsuita… Total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water), and failure of the pilot to have the airplane completely refueled. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
Oct 19, 1995	BURLINGTON, VT	N36264	Incident	substantial	a fractured hydraulic line and loss of hydraulic fluid, which resulted in an inoperative landing gear extension system for both normal and emergency o… a fractured hydraulic line and loss of hydraulic fluid, which resulted in an inoperative landing gear extension system for both normal and emergency operation of the gear.
Sep 10, 1992	PEORIA, IL	N3683Y	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S NOT COMPENSATING FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND HIS NOT MAINTAINING DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
Oct 05, 1991	LEANDER, TX	N3655Y	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S DISREGARD FOR THE HAZARDOUS WEATHER ADVISORIES RECEIVED. A FACTOR WAS THE WEATHER.
Mar 27, 1987	PONCH, PR	N3643Y	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Mar 27, 1983	HOLBROOK, AZ	N3628Y	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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