Cessna P210N Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 198 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

198

All Events

78

Incidents

32

Minor

32

Serious

56

Fatal (119 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 01, 2022 Weston, OR N4620K Minor substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a bounced landing and runway excursion.
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.
Jul 16, 2021 Refugio, TX N174R Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a tailwind.
Jan 29, 2018 Farmington, PA N34VF Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the crankshaft drive gear teeth.
Jan 08, 2014 Pagosa Springs, CO N4817K Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a loss of oil pressure and partial loss of engine power on takeoff. Contributing to the accid…

The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a loss of oil pressure and partial loss of engine power on takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to check the security of the oil filler cap prior to the flight.

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.

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.
Jun 07, 2006 Carson City, NV N7762K Minor substantial
Fuel exhaustion which resulted in a loss of engine power during approach for landing due to the pilot's failure to refuel the aircraft and the pilot's…

Fuel exhaustion which resulted in a loss of engine power during approach for landing due to the pilot's failure to refuel the aircraft and the pilot's failure to perform an adequate preflight inspection.

Nov 11, 2004 North Las Vegas, NV N6663P Minor substantial
the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/prepa…

the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation which failed to assure an adequate fuel supply.

Feb 13, 2003 Bolivar, TN N6ZZ Minor destroyed The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was trees.
Aug 06, 2000 STANLEY, ID N3882P Minor substantial
An inadequately performed short field landing procedure and excessive ground speed. A delayed corrective response from the flight instructor, tailwin…

An inadequately performed short field landing procedure and excessive ground speed. A delayed corrective response from the flight instructor, tailwind condition, and a fence were factors.

May 06, 2000 ELIZABETHTOWN, KY N67Y Minor substantial The pilot's loss of control due to his improper application of power and rudder, in order to arrest a swerve during the landing roll.
Aug 29, 1999 NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV N40RP Minor substantial
The pilot's improper procedure in that he failed to follow the flight manual, resulting in a loss of engine power and subsequent collision with the gr…

The pilot's improper procedure in that he failed to follow the flight manual, resulting in a loss of engine power and subsequent collision with the ground.

Jun 05, 1999 CLEBURNE, TX N4774K Minor substantial
The total loss of engine power resulting from a failure of the #4 cylinder exhaust valve and/or piston. Factors were the dark night conditions and the…

The total loss of engine power resulting from a failure of the #4 cylinder exhaust valve and/or piston. Factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Sep 23, 1998 AMERY, WI N5245A Minor substantial
A loss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the crankshaft from frictional heating for undetermined reasons. A related factor was the unsuitable…

A loss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the crankshaft from frictional heating for undetermined reasons. A related factor was the unsuitable terrain.

Oct 30, 1997 SMOKETOWN, PA N600WL Minor substantial
The pilot in command's (CFI) improper management of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion of the selected tank and the subsequent loss of…

The pilot in command's (CFI) improper management of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion of the selected tank and the subsequent loss of engine power.

Sep 26, 1997 CRESWELL, OR N6394W Minor substantial
The pilot's improper fuel management in which the fuel selector was positioned on tank with inadequate fuel resulting in fuel starvation. Also causa…

The pilot's improper fuel management in which the fuel selector was positioned on tank with inadequate fuel resulting in fuel starvation. Also causal was the pilot's failure to perform the pilot operating handbook 'engine failure in flight' procedure. A factor was a ditch in the forced landing area.

Jul 06, 1997 DESTIN, FL N222WE Minor substantial a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
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.

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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