How many accidents has the Cessna P210 had?

The NTSB has recorded 257 events involving the Cessna P210: 73 fatal, 39 serious, 41 minor injuries, and 101 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna P210 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna P210 has 257 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna P210 Safety Record

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

257

All Events

101

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (152 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jun 29, 1996	GRAND CANYON, AZ	N4766K	Minor	destroyed	failure of the pilot to use his brakes to maintain directional control.
May 20, 1996	CARROLLTON, OH	N731NC	Minor	substantial	The pilot's inadequate fuel management. Factors in this accident were the pilot's reliance on a fuel data computer and his untimely reaction to a kno… The pilot's inadequate fuel management. Factors in this accident were the pilot's reliance on a fuel data computer and his untimely reaction to a known fuel quantity discrepancy.
Feb 23, 1996	HAZARD, KY	N90AD	Minor	substantial	failure of the engine crankshaft, which resulted in loss of engine power, a forced landing, and subsequent damage to the airplane. A factor relating … failure of the engine crankshaft, which resulted in loss of engine power, a forced landing, and subsequent damage to the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Sep 28, 1995	PHOENIX, AZ	N6500W	Minor	substantial	the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and improper fuel consumption calculations. The soft terrain was a factor in this accident.
Nov 24, 1994	AURORA, MO	N4872P	Minor	substantial	An undetermined failure of the engine crankshaft resulting in total loss of engine power. The terrain at the emergency landing site and nighttime dar… An undetermined failure of the engine crankshaft resulting in total loss of engine power. The terrain at the emergency landing site and nighttime darkness were contributing factors.
Nov 01, 1993	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N210TK	Minor	destroyed	An engine failure for undetermined causes over terrain unsuitable for a forced landing.
Jul 11, 1990	RENTON, WA	N4618K	Minor	substantial	LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION. THE CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT DISPLAYED POOR INFLIGHT PLANNING BY NOT ADEQUATELY FOLLOWING PROC… LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION. THE CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT DISPLAYED POOR INFLIGHT PLANNING BY NOT ADEQUATELY FOLLOWING PROCEDURES OR DIRECTIVES ASSOCIATED WITH FUEL CONSUMPTION.
Sep 21, 1987	LAS VEGAS, NV	N4500K	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 11, 1987	PEARLAND, TX	N731TT	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Jun 25, 1986	LAWRENCEVILLE, GA	N4825P	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 05, 1985	SCOTTSDALE, AZ	N5298A	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Jul 08, 1984	TOPEKA, KS	N5537W	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
May 18, 1984	RAMONA, CA	N4772K	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Oct 16, 1983	LAWRENCE, KS	N731HP	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Feb 15, 1983	ALEXANDRIA, LA	N4880P	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Mar 04, 1982	DELEON, TX	N731EZ	Minor	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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