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 08, 2012 | Detroit, MI | N7588K | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. |
| May 22, 2012 | Glendale, CA | N732JL | Minor | substantial |
The partial loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal…The partial loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Sep 23, 2011 | South Deerfield, MA | N210LE | Serious (2) | substantial |
The failure of the electrical system due to an alternator failure during flight in instrument meteorological conditions, and the pilot’s inadequate pr…The failure of the electrical system due to an alternator failure during flight in instrument meteorological conditions, and the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and failure to use the approved checklist for the dual alternator system. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance because the alternator restart battery pack was not replaced annually, as required by the airplane service manual. |
| 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 04, 2011 | Tehachapi, CA | N7WJ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot’s intentional low-altitude maneuvering and failure to maintain clearance from terrain due to distraction. |
| Aug 14, 2011 | Burley, ID | N7825K | Fatal (4) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to attain sufficient altitude and maintain aircraft control during a turn shortly after liftoff while operating at maximum gross w…The pilot's failure to attain sufficient altitude and maintain aircraft control during a turn shortly after liftoff while operating at maximum gross weight, with a tailwind, and in high density altitude conditions. |
| Jun 18, 2011 | Albia, IA | N900SR | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, in which he did not detect that less fuel was on board the airplane than planned, which precipitated a lo…The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, in which he did not detect that less fuel was on board the airplane than planned, which precipitated a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during initial descent. |
| Mar 20, 2011 | Daggett, CA | N50MC | Fatal (3) | substantial |
The pilot's decision to conduct the flight into a region of reported moderate to severe turbulence and icing conditions, followed by a loss of airplan…The pilot's decision to conduct the flight into a region of reported moderate to severe turbulence and icing conditions, followed by a loss of airplane control and an aerodynamic spin from which the pilot did not recover. |
| Feb 26, 2011 | Armentières sur Avre, FR | F-GMGF | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Under the jurisdiction and control of the French government. |
| 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. |
| Mar 03, 2010 | Arcadia, FL | N4797K | Serious (1) | substantial | The total loss of engine power due to a fatigue fracture of the crankshaft resulting from worn bearings. |
| Feb 18, 2010 | Carthage, NC | N731DS | Minor | substantial | A total loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons. |
| Oct 18, 2009 | Rifle, CO | N7217S | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to properly identify the power lever and, instead, manipulating the propeller condition lever. |
| Jul 29, 2009 | Wheeling, IL | N4648A | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. |
| Mar 29, 2009 | Georgetown, TX | N210BF | Serious (1) | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impr…A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper engine restart procedures. |
| 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. |
| Apr 06, 2008 | Louisville, KY | N734JV | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin. |
| 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. |
| Nov 10, 2007 | Midland, TX | N7716K | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the prevailing tailwind and an airport sign. |
| May 07, 2007 | Spanish Fork, UT | N7343P | Fatal (1) | substantial | An engine oil line leak and subsequent engine compartment fire while in cruise flight. |