Cessna 210L Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 136 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

136

All Events

69

Incidents

21

Minor

14

Serious

31

Fatal (62 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
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.

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.
Feb 10, 1997 WESTON, FL N115WL Incident substantial a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was thew lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Dec 26, 1996 BRACKETTVILLE, TX N30891 Fatal (2) destroyed
failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient altitude and/or clearance from terrain, while on a cross-country flight at night. Factors relating to the…

failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient altitude and/or clearance from terrain, while on a cross-country flight at night. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, the prevailing low ceilings, and mountainous/hilly terrain.

Nov 07, 1996 ELK GROVE, CA N30115 Minor substantial loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s) after takeoff. The lack of maintenance/annual inspection was a related factor.
Sep 03, 1996 GLENDALE, AZ N99NV Serious (2) substantial
The loss of engine power due to the pilot's mismanagement of the fuel system, which resulted in fuel starvation. The passenger's action, which restri…

The loss of engine power due to the pilot's mismanagement of the fuel system, which resulted in fuel starvation. The passenger's action, which restricted the pilot's ability to control the aircraft, was a factor in this accident.

Jul 31, 1996 SARASOTA, FL N397MS Serious (1) substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel tanks resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of sui…

the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel tanks resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jul 22, 1996 FORT MYERS, FL N1623X Incident substantial
failure of the pilot (PIC) to ensure that an adequate preflight inspection was performed; a missing (or loose) fuel cap on the left wing; probable fue…

failure of the pilot (PIC) to ensure that an adequate preflight inspection was performed; a missing (or loose) fuel cap on the left wing; probable fuel siphoning; and fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power and a subsequent forced landing (ditching) in a river.

Nov 23, 1995 GRAND CANYON, AZ N5138Q Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's loss of aircraft control as a result of spatial disorientation. Factors were: the pilot's lack of experience in instrument and night flig…

the pilot's loss of aircraft control as a result of spatial disorientation. Factors were: the pilot's lack of experience in instrument and night flight conditions, inadequate transition/upgrade training, and the dark night light condition.

Oct 24, 1995 LINCOLN, MT N1752X Incident substantial
The failure of the pilot to follow the landing checklist and assure that the landing gear was extended. Factors relating to the accident were: the pil…

The failure of the pilot to follow the landing checklist and assure that the landing gear was extended. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's diverted attention, and an inoperative landing gear warning system.

Sep 07, 1995 SPRINGFIELD, MO N1751X Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight and his failure to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for the intended trip, which resulted in a total loss of engine …

the pilot's inadequate preflight and his failure to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for the intended trip, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Jun 30, 1995 TRUCKEE, CA N300EW Minor substantial fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, and his failure to refuel the aircraft while en route.
Mar 19, 1995 Cleveland, TN N4618Q Serious (2) substantial The pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in fuel exhaustion during the final approach for landing.
Feb 13, 1995 DAYTON, OH N1RB Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and not attaining directional control which resulted in the airplane impacting a snow bank and nosing ove…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and not attaining directional control which resulted in the airplane impacting a snow bank and nosing over.

Oct 28, 1994 Jacksonville, FL N732CQ Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S DECISION TO DEPART AN AIRPORT AND CONTINUE FLIGHT WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCIES IN EQUIPMENT. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF …

THE PILOT'S DECISION TO DEPART AN AIRPORT AND CONTINUE FLIGHT WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCIES IN EQUIPMENT. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF COMPANY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO ADJUST THE DOWN LOCK MECHANISM PRIOR TO FLIGHT.

Oct 21, 1994 HIGGINSVILLE, MO N616WB Incident substantial A COYOTE (ANIMAL) THAT RAN ONTO THE RUNWAY AS THE AIRPLANE WAS LANDING.
Sep 16, 1994 PAYSON, AZ N210LX Incident substantial ANIMALS ON THE RUNWAY.
Aug 29, 1994 ORR, MN N712JM Incident substantial
IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE:…

IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE FALSE INDICATION FROM THE FUEL QUANTITY GAUGES, AND TERRAIN CONDITION IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA.

Jul 31, 1994 FLUSHING, MI N90074 Minor substantial the pilot's improper touchdown position on the runway. A factor associated with the accident is the moving vehicle on the adjacent road.
May 31, 1994 PAHOKEE, FL N76GH Incident substantial
THE IMPROPER POSITIONING OF THE FUEL SELECTOR VALVE BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND WHICH CAUSED AN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO FUEL STARVATION AT AN ALTITUDE TOO L…

THE IMPROPER POSITIONING OF THE FUEL SELECTOR VALVE BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND WHICH CAUSED AN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO FUEL STARVATION AT AN ALTITUDE TOO LOW FOR RESTART PROCEDURES.

Mar 19, 1994 HASKELL, OK N8145L Incident substantial WAS THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.
Jan 31, 1994 CHESTERFIELD, MO N810BP Serious (1) substantial THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S POORLY PLANNED APPROACH. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR AN UNDETERMINED REASON.
Jun 13, 1993 DOUGLAS, AZ N29133 Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S PREMATURE RETRACTION OF THE LANDING GEAR AND FLAPS AT A CRITICAL TIME IN THE TAKEOFF INITIAL CLIMB AND HIS FAILURE TO ATTAIN AN ADEQUATE C…

THE PILOT'S PREMATURE RETRACTION OF THE LANDING GEAR AND FLAPS AT A CRITICAL TIME IN THE TAKEOFF INITIAL CLIMB AND HIS FAILURE TO ATTAIN AN ADEQUATE CLIMB AIRSPEED WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT STALL/MUSH CONDITION. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE CONDITION.

Jun 06, 1993 INDIANOLA, IA N2267S Incident substantial A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE CRANKSHAFT.
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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