Cessna 210N Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 57 events recorded from 1982 to 2022.

57

All Events

26

Incidents

7

Minor

4

Serious

20

Fatal (45 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 26, 2022 Morgan, UT N210CU Incident substantial
Failure of the brake system O-rings on the left landing gear trunnion, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to drain from the left brake system, resultin…

Failure of the brake system O-rings on the left landing gear trunnion, which allowed the hydraulic fluid to drain from the left brake system, resulting in a runway excursion and impact with a fence.

Aug 02, 2021 Somerville, NJ N52MM Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear, which resulted in a gear up landing and substantial damage to the fuselage.
May 13, 2014 Sinop, BR PT-WHT Incident substantial <br /><br />
Mar 17, 2014 Marathon, FL N210JZ Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to ensure that the airplane's landing gear was down and locked prior to touchdown. Contributing to the accident was the possibilit…

The pilot's failure to ensure that the airplane's landing gear was down and locked prior to touchdown. Contributing to the accident was the possibility of intermittent landing gear operation due to a faulty hydraulic power pack contactor.

Feb 08, 2011 Columbia, MO N92MP Incident minor The pilot did not extend the landing gear before touchdown due to his distraction during the landing approach and his not using a landing checklist.
Mar 20, 2008 Cincinnati, OH N4943U Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cau…

The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cause was the pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was fully down and locked prior to landing. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to properly service the battery prior to the flight and the subsequent loss of all electrical power, which rendered that normal gear extension system inoperative.

Apr 11, 2007 Charlotte, MI N77RE Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, inadequate landing flare, failure to maintain directional control, and encounter with a p…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, inadequate landing flare, failure to maintain directional control, and encounter with a pilot-induced oscillation (porpoise. A contributing factor was the wind gust.

Mar 13, 2005 Bradfordville, FL N4617C Incident substantial
The failure of ATC to provide traffic advisories and safety alerts required in class C airspace and the inability of both pilots to see and avoid each…

The failure of ATC to provide traffic advisories and safety alerts required in class C airspace and the inability of both pilots to see and avoid each other (low wing on top, high wing below), resulting in the midair collision.

May 16, 2003 Lewistown, MT N4804P Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The condition of the runway overrun was a factor.
Apr 26, 2001 Gainesville, FL N6585A Incident substantial
The pilot's delay in securing all non-essential electrical equipment in-flight resulting in battery depletion before complete gear extension was accom…

The pilot's delay in securing all non-essential electrical equipment in-flight resulting in battery depletion before complete gear extension was accomplished using the normal system and subsequent collapse of the main landing gear. A contributing factor in the accident was the inadequate manufacture of an electrical cable by company maintenance personnel resulting in separation of one end of the cable in-flight.

Jul 24, 2000 HARRISBURG, IL N5525A Incident substantial The power loss for undetermined reasons and unsuitable terrain.
Dec 19, 1996 KERRVILLE, TX N6555Y Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. A factor relating to th…

the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate supply of fuel. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Nov 11, 1992 SPOKANE, WA N6562Y Incident substantial THE PILOT'S PREMATURE RETRACTION OF THE GEAR. FACTORS INCLUDE A WET AND ICY RUNWAY.
Dec 03, 1991 FRANKFORT, IL N5281A Incident substantial
THE FAILURE OF THE FSS TO NOTIFY ATC THAT THE ARIPORT WAS CLOSED, ATC'S SUBSEQUENT APPROACH CLEARANCE TO THE CLOSED AIRPORT, AND THE PILOT'S INABILITY…

THE FAILURE OF THE FSS TO NOTIFY ATC THAT THE ARIPORT WAS CLOSED, ATC'S SUBSEQUENT APPROACH CLEARANCE TO THE CLOSED AIRPORT, AND THE PILOT'S INABILITY TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ON THE ICY RUNWAY. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE ICY RUNWAY CONDITIONS.

May 26, 1991 FERNANDINA BCH, FL N6555Y Incident substantial FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO OBTAIN PROPER ASSISTANCE WHILE TAXIING THE AIRPLANE NEAR A PARKED AIRPLANE.
Aug 31, 1989 WESTERLY, RI N873PJ Incident destroyed THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO PROPERLY ENSURE A SUFFICIENT QUANTITY OF FUEL FOR THE INTENDED FLIGHT.
Sep 26, 1986 DOUGLAS, AZ N5340U Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 10, 1986 BLACKSBURG, VA N6502C Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 18, 1985 MULLEN, NE N5278A Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 04, 1985 MELBOURNE, FL N4744C Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 03, 1985 CHAMBLEE, GA N6419N Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 27, 1984 ORLANDO, FL N5410C Incident destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 18, 1984 ELKO, NV N4674U Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 12, 1984 LACROSSE, FL N6006P Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 31, 1982 HOUSTON, TX N6610Y 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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