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
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.
Dec 06, 2006 Burns, OR N6006P Incident substantial The pilot's failure to put the landing gear down for landing.
Jul 19, 2006 Amarillo, TX N732TZ Fatal (1) destroyed
The loss of engine power as result of the failure by maintenance personnel to install oil pump support bushings, which resulted in the fracture of the…

The loss of engine power as result of the failure by maintenance personnel to install oil pump support bushings, which resulted in the fracture of the driven-gear and subsequent loss of oil pressure. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the prevailing tailwind.

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.

May 21, 2006 Weslaco, TX N731RR Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A contributing factor was the lack of suita…

The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain available to the pilot for the forced landing,

Feb 11, 2006 Sarasota, FL N6504P Incident substantial The collapse of the nose landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Sep 28, 2005 Salmon, ID N45SE Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's failure to obtain airspeed during the initial takeoff climb, which resulted in a stall/mush and subsequent collision with terrain.
Feb 17, 2005 Lander, WY N4912K Incident substantial the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Feb 11, 2005 Lebec, CA N432AR Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's in-flight loss of control due to the flight's encounter with unforecasted localized mountain wave activity with severe to potentially extr…

the pilot's in-flight loss of control due to the flight's encounter with unforecasted localized mountain wave activity with severe to potentially extreme turbulence, downdrafts, and rotors.

Dec 01, 2004 Pawhuska, OK N6300P Incident substantial
The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel by his failure to adequately set the fuel selector position which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of en…

The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel by his failure to adequately set the fuel selector position which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.

Nov 11, 2004 Rancho Cordova, CA N6416W Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the pilot's …

The pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the pilot's improper in-flight decision to continue the flight at night after experiencing the total failure of the airplane's alternators, which resulted in inaccurate supplemental fuel quantity indications, and, the pilot's reliance upon the inaccurate data for fuel remaining information.

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.

Oct 26, 2004 Wautoma, WI N5485W Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot not maintaining airplane control during cruise flight in instrument meteorological conditions after reporting a loss of gyros leading to his…

The pilot not maintaining airplane control during cruise flight in instrument meteorological conditions after reporting a loss of gyros leading to his exceeding the design load limits of the wings. Factors were the clouds, the deteriorated vacuum manifold flapper valve, and the non-factory modification of that manifold by an unknown party.

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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