Cessna 310 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 584 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

584

All Events

312

Incidents

48

Minor

42

Serious

181

Fatal (354 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 01, 2022 Danville, VA N622QT Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s impairment due to exposure to carbon monoxide as a result of undetected engine exhaust penetration into the cockpit, resulting in the pilo…

The pilot’s impairment due to exposure to carbon monoxide as a result of undetected engine exhaust penetration into the cockpit, resulting in the pilot's failure to maintain a minimum controllable airspeed after partially securing an engine after takeoff.

Dec 12, 2021 Inola, OK N3187L Fatal (1) destroyed The loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Dec 07, 2021 Corona, CA N310CC Incident substantial
The pilot receiving instruction failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to distraction and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervisio…

The pilot receiving instruction failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to distraction and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision.

Jun 19, 2021 Portland, IN N310LC Incident substantial The airplane’s collision with a deer on the runway during landing.
Jun 08, 2021 RONDONÓPOLIS, OF PT-KCH Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
May 13, 2021 Ribeirão Preto, BR PT-IIM Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 24, 2021 Carrollton, OH N310VD Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to confirm the landing gear was down before landing due to distraction during the Before Landing checks, which resulted in a gear-…

The pilot’s failure to confirm the landing gear was down before landing due to distraction during the Before Landing checks, which resulted in a gear-up landing.

Oct 29, 2020 Las Vegas, NV N101G Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to maintain the airplane’s minimum controllable airspeed while maneuvering with one engine inoperative. Also causal was the loss o…

The pilot’s failure to maintain the airplane’s minimum controllable airspeed while maneuvering with one engine inoperative. Also causal was the loss of power in the left engine due to oil starvation. Contributing to the accident were inadequate maintenance that failed to correct an ongoing problem with the engine in the months preceding the accident.

Jun 18, 2020 Coeur D Alene, ID N6602B Incident substantial Improper maintenance of the landing gear system which resulted in a partial gear collapse during landing.
Jun 15, 2020 Butte, MT N87395 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence post during final approach which resulted in a damage to the left main landing gear, and its su…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence post during final approach which resulted in a damage to the left main landing gear, and its subsequent collapse during landing.

Mar 21, 2020 Charleston, SC N8080M Fatal (1) substantial The pilot’s fuel mismanagement during flight, resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Mar 13, 2020 Tefe, BR PR-GSG Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 20, 2019 La Piedad, MX XB-SIG Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 05, 2019 TAHLEQUAH, OK N7673Q Minor substantial The total loss of right engine power due to fuel starvation and the pilot's improper fuel management.
Aug 21, 2019 Tampa, FL N2299F Incident substantial The failure of the right main landing gear to fully extend and lock for reasons that could not be determined.
Aug 04, 2019 De Queen, AR N310QA Fatal (1) substantial A loss of control for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Nov 09, 2018 Walton, NY N5044J Fatal (1) destroyed
An in-flight fire of undetermined origin. Contributing to the accident were the severe icing conditions encountered during the final minutes of the fl…

An in-flight fire of undetermined origin. Contributing to the accident were the severe icing conditions encountered during the final minutes of the flight, which led to a loss of airplane control.

Oct 05, 2018 Marathon, TX N553CM Incident substantial The pilot's failure to see and avoid a cow on the airstrip during landing.
Aug 28, 2018 Villa Zaragoza, MX XB-KQF Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 20, 2018 Malden, MO N46CH Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 30, 2018 Gainesville, FL N2212A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate approach path at night, which resulted in a tree strike.
Mar 22, 2018 Kansas City, MO N372WP Incident substantial The landing gear collapse due to the separation of the end fitting bolt for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Sep 01, 2017 Broomfield, CO N8957Z Incident substantial
A collapse of the right main landing gear due to a bent pushrod, which precluded the gear from fully extending. The reason for the bent pushrod could …

A collapse of the right main landing gear due to a bent pushrod, which precluded the gear from fully extending. The reason for the bent pushrod could not be determined based on the available information.

Aug 24, 2017 Salt Lake City, UT N8170M Minor substantial A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Jun 30, 2017 Santa Ana, CA N87297 Serious (2) substantial
The pilot’s inability to maintain adequate airspeed after a loss of power to the right engine while maneuvering in the pattern to return to the airpor…

The pilot’s inability to maintain adequate airspeed after a loss of power to the right engine while maneuvering in the pattern to return to the airport. Contributing to the accident were the loss of power to the right engine for reasons that could not be determined and the pilot’s improper decision to turn toward the inoperative engine during the return flight to the airport.

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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