How many accidents has the Cessna 210M had?

The NTSB has recorded 65 events involving the Cessna 210M: 15 fatal, 8 serious, 9 minor injuries, and 33 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 210M a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 210M has 65 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 210M Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 65 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

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Fatal (44 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 04, 2023	Pasco, WA	N777CF	Incident	substantial	Improper maintenance on the fuel outlet line to the fuel servo, which resulted in the line partially separating from the fuel outlet fitting and the s… Improper maintenance on the fuel outlet line to the fuel servo, which resulted in the line partially separating from the fuel outlet fitting and the subsequent fuel starvation and total loss of engine power.
Jul 28, 2013	Shirley, NY	N450EM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of control during an aborted takeoff as a result of his failure to properly configure the elevator trim prior to flight.
Nov 28, 2005	Kirbyville, TX	N761FL	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Oct 10, 2004	Salida, CO	N732TE	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine… The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.
Jul 14, 2004	Quarryville, PA	N6043N	Incident	substantial	Improper maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a total electrical failure during cruise flight in IMC, and a subsequent precautiona… Improper maintenance performed on the airplane, which resulted in a total electrical failure during cruise flight in IMC, and a subsequent precautionary landing. A factor in the accident was the low ceiling.
Jun 23, 2003	Carlisle, AR	N9TK	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper in-flight decision to descend for landing, at night, without the runway environment insight. Contributing factors were the pilot… The pilot's improper in-flight decision to descend for landing, at night, without the runway environment insight. Contributing factors were the pilot's disorientation, the embankment and the dark night condition.
Dec 04, 2002	CINCINNATI, OH	N7660E	Incident	substantial	Rupture of the left side, landing gear down hydraulic line due to repeated contact with the aileron cable, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic press… Rupture of the left side, landing gear down hydraulic line due to repeated contact with the aileron cable, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic pressure, a partial extension of the main landing gear, and the inability to utilize the landing gear hand pump.
Aug 07, 1998	ALBUQUERQUE, NM	N732RD	Incident	substantial	A power loss for reasons undetermined. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
Apr 03, 1997	TROY, AL	N761VX	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point during an emergency landing resulting in an overrun and subsequent nose over. A factor in the… The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point during an emergency landing resulting in an overrun and subsequent nose over. A factor in the accident was a reported partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Aug 21, 1996	OPA LOCKA, FL	N732ST	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, a forced landing, and subsequent in flight coll… the pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, a forced landing, and subsequent in flight collision with terrain. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was a related factor.
Apr 26, 1996	MERIDIAN, MS	N722PD	Incident	substantial	previous engine damage; failure of the pilot of the previous flight to report to the operator and/or mechanics that the engine had been operated with … previous engine damage; failure of the pilot of the previous flight to report to the operator and/or mechanics that the engine had been operated with low (or no) oil pressure; inadequate maintenance/inspection after most of the oil had leaked from the engine oil system during the previous flight; oil starvation; and subsequent failure of the #5 connecting rod. Factors relating to the accident were: the previous oil filter leak and loss of oil pressure.
Apr 06, 1996	EVERGLADES CITY, FL	N700RP	Incident	substantial	the pilot's excessive airspeed and misjudgment of the landing distance. A factor was the right brake not working due to a hydraulic leak.
Dec 19, 1993	FESTUS, MO	N761AG	Incident	substantial	IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE ICY RUNWAY, CROSSWIND AND SNOWBANK.
Sep 02, 1992	SMITHFIELD, NC	N6979B	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE WITH KNOWN ELECTRICAL DEFICIENCIES WHICH RESULTED IN A FAILURE OF THE LANDING GEAR HYDRAULIC POWERPACK. THE PI… THE PILOT'S OPERATION OF THE AIRPLANE WITH KNOWN ELECTRICAL DEFICIENCIES WHICH RESULTED IN A FAILURE OF THE LANDING GEAR HYDRAULIC POWERPACK. THE PILOT ALSO FAILED TO FOLLOW EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LOWERING THE LANDING GEAR. FACTORS WERE AN INOPERATIVE ALTERNATOR AND A WEAK BATTERY.
Dec 11, 1991	PALO ALTO, CA	N761VB	Incident	substantial	AN ENGINE POWER LOSS DUE TO A PARTIAL BLOCKAGE OF THE FUEL SELECTOR VALVE WITH DEBRIS.
Nov 30, 1991	ZEPHYRHILLS, FL	N9064M	Incident	substantial	IMPROPER PLACEMENT OF THE FUEL SELECTOR BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND RESULTING IN THE TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION. CONTRIBUTING TO T… IMPROPER PLACEMENT OF THE FUEL SELECTOR BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND RESULTING IN THE TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS AN INCORRECT FUEL QUANTITY GAGE, THE DARK NIGHT CONDITION, AND UNSUITABLE TERRAIN ENCOUNTERED.
Jan 05, 1991	LUTZ, FL	N823AR	Incident	minor	FUEL LINE CHAFING, AND IN-FLIGHT FIRE CAUSED BY SHORTING OF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHICH RESULTED IN A FORCED LANDING WITH THE LANDING GEAR NOT EXTENDE… FUEL LINE CHAFING, AND IN-FLIGHT FIRE CAUSED BY SHORTING OF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHICH RESULTED IN A FORCED LANDING WITH THE LANDING GEAR NOT EXTENDED.
Jan 12, 1990	OCALA, FL	N9064M	Incident	substantial	SEPARATION OF THE THROTTLE PLATE, DUE TO IMPROPER SECURING OF THE ATTACH SCREWS DURING AN OVERHAUL.
Oct 11, 1988	ORLANDO, FL	N9064M	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
Jul 10, 1988	INDIANAPOLIS, IN	N210WP	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jun 20, 1988	TRES PINOS, CA	N732KS	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Mar 01, 1988	ORLANDO, FL	N823AR	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
Jun 14, 1987	LA PORTE, IN	N761Q	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Feb 28, 1986	WHILE LAKE TWP., MI	N761VX	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 19, 1985	FT.LAUDERDALE, FL	N823AR	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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