Cessna P210 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 257 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2017 | Eagle, CO | N210HG | Incident | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airplane and engine did not rev…The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airplane and engine did not reveal any malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Apr 06, 2017 | Granby, CO | N829BA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before landing. |
| Sep 16, 2016 | Lancaster, PA | N224MH | Incident | substantial |
A landing gear collapse during landing for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing of the landing gear did n…A landing gear collapse during landing for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing of the landing gear did not reveal any evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Sep 13, 2016 | Guatemala City, GT | N210BC | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 05, 2016 | Waco, TX | N323DC | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the right main landing gear (MLG) down-lock mechanism, which resulted in the collapse of the landing gear. The root cause of the right …The failure of the right main landing gear (MLG) down-lock mechanism, which resulted in the collapse of the landing gear. The root cause of the right MLG down-lock mechanism could not be determined because the components were not available for examination. |
| Nov 06, 2015 | Atlanta, GA | N731LT | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear and his failure to ensure that the main landing gear (MLG) were down and locked before touchdown, wh…The pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear and his failure to ensure that the main landing gear (MLG) were down and locked before touchdown, which resulted in the collapse of both MLG. Contributing to the landing gear collapse was the mis-set landing gear warning horn, which prevented timely notification that the landing gear were not down and locked. |
| Jun 13, 2015 | Bozeman, MT | N86SB | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to complete the required before landing checks, resulting in the execution of a gear up landing causing substantial damage to the …The pilot's failure to complete the required before landing checks, resulting in the execution of a gear up landing causing substantial damage to the lower fuselage of the airplane. |
| Oct 15, 2014 | West Memphis, AR | N731QV | Incident | substantial | A catastrophic engine failure due to an oil starvation event for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| Feb 23, 2014 | Bountiful, UT | N18DP | Incident | substantial | Fuel starvation due to the in-flight loosening of the fuel lines attached to the fuel flow indicator as a result of inadequate maintenance. |
| May 01, 2013 | Saint Louis, MO | N731NR | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear or check that it was in the down position before landing. |
| Apr 18, 2013 | Corvallis, OR | N711BG | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadvertent selection and activation of the landing gear handle rather than the flap handle during the landing roll. Contributing to the a…The pilot's inadvertent selection and activation of the landing gear handle rather than the flap handle during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to alter the configuration of the airplane before exiting the runway. |
| Oct 27, 2012 | Oakland, CA | N43CE | Incident | minor | The pilot’s failure to follow proper procedures to confirm that the main landing gear was down and locked before landing. |
| Aug 27, 2012 | Alturas, CA | C-GFCK | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to fuel vaporization. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use the auxiliary fuel pump when he noticed a…A loss of engine power due to fuel vaporization. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use the auxiliary fuel pump when he noticed a degradation in the airplane’s climb performance. |
| Jun 08, 2012 | Detroit, MI | N7588K | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. |
| Sep 19, 2011 | Longview, TX | N4867K | Incident | substantial |
The flight's inadvertent encounter with a rare and unforecasted mesoscale gravity wave while on base leg, which resulted in a sudden loss of altitude …The flight's inadvertent encounter with a rare and unforecasted mesoscale gravity wave while on base leg, which resulted in a sudden loss of altitude and subsequent collision with trees. |
| Sep 06, 2010 | Caledonia, MI | N4632A | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power as a result of a fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the acci…A loss of engine power as a result of a fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the accident was a mechanic's use of incorrect hardware. |
| May 22, 2010 | Petaluma, CA | N210SL | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty crosswind…The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty crosswind conditions. |
| May 21, 2010 | Cambridge, NY | N234JK | Incident | substantial | The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff. |
| Apr 04, 2010 | Leavenworth, WA | N3599P | Incident | substantial | The failure of the number two cylinder exhaust and intake valves for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a loss of engine power. |
| Mar 06, 2010 | Miami, FL | N34VF | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to see and avoid an unlit and unmarked helicopter dolly while taxiing at night. |
| Jul 29, 2009 | Wheeling, IL | N4648A | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. |
| May 23, 2008 | Peach Springs, AZ | N4753K | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to induced catastrophic internal failure of the engine as a result of the displacement and rotation of the number 2 main be…A loss of engine power due to induced catastrophic internal failure of the engine as a result of the displacement and rotation of the number 2 main bearing that resulted in a fatigue fracture of the crankshaft. |
| Mar 29, 2008 | Elizabeth, CO | N4839P | Incident | substantial |
the loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the camshaft gear. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced…the loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the camshaft gear. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Feb 10, 2008 | Carefree, AZ | N4796K | Incident | substantial | The collapse of the landing gear during landing rollout for undetermined reasons. |
| Dec 06, 2006 | Burns, OR | N6006P | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to put the landing gear down for landing. |