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
Apr 25, 1991 KANSAS CITY, MO N65M Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S INTENTIONAL FLIGHT WITH KNOWN MECHANICAL DEFICIENCIES IN THE AIRCRAFT WHICH RESULTED IN A FIRE & FORCED LANDING IN UNSUITABLE T…

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S INTENTIONAL FLIGHT WITH KNOWN MECHANICAL DEFICIENCIES IN THE AIRCRAFT WHICH RESULTED IN A FIRE & FORCED LANDING IN UNSUITABLE TERRAIN. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS IMPROPER MAINTENANCE TO THE TURBOCHARGER WASTE GATE BY OTHER MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.

Jul 12, 1990 OGDEN, UT N6203A Fatal (1) destroyed
FAILURE OF THE #1 PISTON DUE TO PRE-IGNITION/DETONATION IN THE #1 CYLINDER, AND INADEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY THE PILOT (HIS FAILURE TO SEE-AND-AVOID T…

FAILURE OF THE #1 PISTON DUE TO PRE-IGNITION/DETONATION IN THE #1 CYLINDER, AND INADEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY THE PILOT (HIS FAILURE TO SEE-AND-AVOID THE OBSTRUCTION). THE OBSTRUCTION (POWER LINE) WAS A RELATED FACTOR.

Mar 30, 1990 LA VERNE, CA N732CG Fatal (2) destroyed
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF POWEROLANT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN AN EXCESSIVE RICH MIXTURE AND POWER LOSS. IN ADDITION, THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN …

THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF POWEROLANT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN AN EXCESSIVE RICH MIXTURE AND POWER LOSS. IN ADDITION, THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING THE FORCED LANDING.

Jul 04, 1989 HOUMA, LA N5489W Fatal (1) destroyed INCAPACITATION OF THE 70 YEAR OLD PILOT, WHICH LED TO THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE.
Mar 09, 1989 ATLANTIC OCEAN, AO N734QR Fatal (1) destroyed
A POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS RESULTING IN A DITCHING IN THE NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN. HIGH SEAS MAY HAVE PREVENTED THE PILOT FROM GETTING INTO HI…

A POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS RESULTING IN A DITCHING IN THE NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN. HIGH SEAS MAY HAVE PREVENTED THE PILOT FROM GETTING INTO HIS SURVIVAL SUIT.

Jun 03, 1987 ARNETT, OK N5488A Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 13, 1987 BLOCK ISLAND, RI N6434A Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 06, 1987 ROSWELL, NM N6115W Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 17, 1986 DULCE, NM N5196W Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Jan 29, 1986 KEFLAVIK, IC N4906K Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 25, 1985 TONTITOWN, AR N86JB Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 13, 1985 WICHITA, KS N3864P Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 22, 1985 LAPORTE, CO N6208W Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 08, 1985 SANTA BARBARA, CA N6099P Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 19, 1985 MOUNTAIN PASS, CA N7748K Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 30, 1984 GREENSBORO, NC N4447F Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 25, 1984 GROTON, CT N900FE Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 22, 1983 BURNS, OR N5162W Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 01, 1982 SIOUX FALLS, SD N4721P Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 02, 1982 NORMANGEE, TX N612J Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 21, 1982 JAMUL, CA N6690P Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 08, 1982 6 NM NORTH OF S, AZ N731NQ Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 21, 1982 BOISE, ID N4947K Fatal (4) destroyed 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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