Cessna P210 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 257 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

257

All Events

101

Incidents

41

Minor

39

Serious

73

Fatal (152 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 16, 2025 Corumba, OF PS-FDW Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 13, 2025 Victorville, CA N25WD Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 09, 2025 Akron, OH N44475 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the fight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the p…

The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the fight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the pilot.

Aug 13, 2025 Zapata, TX N92MS Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 24, 2025 Maklar, HU D-EADB Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 11, 2025 Roswell, NM N711HE Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jan 18, 2025 Prescott, AZ N4626K Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 07, 2024 Ball Ground, GA N6444W Incident substantial
The pilot and the flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during a simulated loss of engine power during takeoff, which result…

The pilot and the flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during a simulated loss of engine power during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion, and collision with a taxiway sign.

Aug 09, 2024 Bartošovice village, OF OM-DKA Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 13, 2024 Reno, NV N36RW Incident substantial
A loss of electrical power for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a partial extension of the landing gear and subsequent landing gear collapse du…

A loss of electrical power for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a partial extension of the landing gear and subsequent landing gear collapse during landing. Contributing to the accident was fuel starvation that resulted in a total loss of engine power.

May 16, 2024 Daggett, CA N4769K Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 11, 2024 Auburn, WA N806RC Incident substantial
An overstress fracture of the left main landing gear actuator, which resulted in the failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend and lock in…

An overstress fracture of the left main landing gear actuator, which resulted in the failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend and lock into place.

Dec 02, 2023 Big Bear, CA N7LV Serious (1) substantial A loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway excursion.
Nov 16, 2023 San Diego, CA N1400 Fatal (1) substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate flight and fuel planning and his decisio…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate flight and fuel planning and his decision to fly in night instrument meteorological conditions despite his lack of recent instrument flight.

Oct 04, 2023 Venice, OF OK-TKN Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 10, 2023 Junction City, GA N210JT Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s continued flight into a known area of adverse weather, which resulted in the penetration of a severe thunderstorm, the pilot’s loss of air…

The pilot’s continued flight into a known area of adverse weather, which resulted in the penetration of a severe thunderstorm, the pilot’s loss of airplane control, and the airplane’s subsequent in-flight breakup.

Jun 10, 2023 Olivehurst, CA N4761A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.
Sep 01, 2022 Weston, OR N4620K Minor substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a bounced landing and runway excursion.
Jul 14, 2022 Buffalo, WY N731BJ Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot’s decision to continue the visual flight rules flight into localized instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an encounter wi…

The pilot’s decision to continue the visual flight rules flight into localized instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an encounter with convective turbulence and a subsequent loss of control and in-flight breakup.

Jun 21, 2022 Cresson, TX N7361K Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to complete proper preflight performance planning and his operation of the airplane outside of the manufacturer's specified weight…

The pilot's failure to complete proper preflight performance planning and his operation of the airplane outside of the manufacturer's specified weight and balance limitations, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to maintain altitude and an impact with trees and terrain during an attempted forced landing.

Jun 04, 2022 Palm Springs, CA N4752K Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to ensure the landing gear was down and locked before landing.
Mar 08, 2022 Englewood, CO N210GE Minor destroyed A total loss of engine power on short final for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Dec 09, 2021 Hillsboro, OR N152BT Incident substantial
The on-ground collision with a tree during an off airport precautionary landing.  Contributing was the partial loss of engine power for undetermined r…

The on-ground collision with a tree during an off airport precautionary landing.  Contributing was the partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

Nov 11, 2021 Dornbirn, AU N731MT Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 08, 2021 Atlanta, GA N128EE Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to ensure that his seat was properly secured before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control during the initial…

The pilot’s failure to ensure that his seat was properly secured before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the lack of an installed secondary seat stop, and the airplane’s aft center of gravity condition.

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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