Cessna T210 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 792 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 05, 2004 | Spanish Fork, UT | N5408A | Incident | substantial |
the improper reassembly of the engine following major overhaul (application of Permatex over entire crankcase surfaces). Contributing factors include…the improper reassembly of the engine following major overhaul (application of Permatex over entire crankcase surfaces). Contributing factors included the number 2 main bearing and crankshaft shifting forward, causing the alternator drive shaft and other accessory gears to fail, which disabled the camshaft. |
| Jul 04, 2004 | Mallard Creek, ID | N761TD | Incident | substantial | Improper touchdown during landing. A factor contributing to the accident was soft ground conditions. |
| Jul 03, 2004 | Cheyenne, WY | N2KD | Minor | substantial |
the detachment of the nut and bolt that attaches the throttle control cable to the fuel induction due to improper maintenance. Contributing factors we…the detachment of the nut and bolt that attaches the throttle control cable to the fuel induction due to improper maintenance. Contributing factors were the fiber optics wire, fence, and ditch, and the unavailability of suitable terrain on which to make a forced landing. |
| Jun 19, 2004 | Ellijay, GA | N7393C | Minor | substantial |
The pilot misjudged his airspeed, distance and intended proper touchdown point which resulted in an overrun of the runway surface and the subsequent …The pilot misjudged his airspeed, distance and intended proper touchdown point which resulted in an overrun of the runway surface and the subsequent collision with an embankment. |
| Jun 04, 2004 | Wichita, KS | N59027 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. |
| May 30, 2004 | Santa Rosa, CA | N121JR | Incident | substantial |
Maintenance personnel's improper installation and servicing of a retaining ring, which resulted in the failure of the landing gear door actuator and f…Maintenance personnel's improper installation and servicing of a retaining ring, which resulted in the failure of the landing gear door actuator and failure of the landing gear extension system during landing. |
| May 17, 2004 | Rosario, AR | LV-JPB | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 28, 2004 | Grape Creek, TX | N50MC | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's improper in-flight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain a…The pilot's improper in-flight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain available for the forced landing. |
| Feb 01, 2004 | Goodyear, AZ | N2234S | Serious (2) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations and in-flight planning/decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. |
| Dec 21, 2003 | Marfa, TX | N4689Y | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Nov 30, 2003 | Deming, NM | N81PC | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision. Factors contributing to the accident were fuel exhaustion and the fence. |
| Nov 20, 2003 | Bellevue, ID | N5244A | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude above mountainous terrain while maneuvering during descent. Factors included the mountainous terrai…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude above mountainous terrain while maneuvering during descent. Factors included the mountainous terrain, the high wind condition, and dark night light conditions. |
| Nov 10, 2003 | Johnstown, CO | N6961N | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors contributing to the accident were the gusting crosswinds. |
| Sep 09, 2003 | Pine River, MN | N5360U | Serious (1) | substantial |
An inadequate pre-flight inspection by the pilot due to his failure to visually confirm fuel quantity prior to flight, and the resulting fuel exhausti…An inadequate pre-flight inspection by the pilot due to his failure to visually confirm fuel quantity prior to flight, and the resulting fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's improper use of the fuel management computer installed in the aircraft, and the tree located in the middle of the emergency landing field. |
| Aug 10, 2003 | Hialeah, FL | N86PH | Incident | substantial |
Spinning of the crankshaft No. 2 main bearing for undetermined reasons resulting in damage to the aft cheek of the No. 2 main bearing journal, fatigue…Spinning of the crankshaft No. 2 main bearing for undetermined reasons resulting in damage to the aft cheek of the No. 2 main bearing journal, fatigue failure of the crankshaft cheek, failure of the engine in cruise flight, and damage to the airplane during the subsequent forced landing on unsuitable terrain.. |
| Jul 21, 2003 | Hampton Bays, NY | N155RR | Minor | destroyed | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Jul 18, 2003 | Quakertown, PA | N700PR | Fatal (1) | destroyed | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Jul 05, 2003 | Essex, MT | N761QN | Incident | substantial | The unexpected transit of a deer across the runway which impacted the aircraft during the pilot's aborted landing. |
| Jul 02, 2003 | Aspen, CO | N761XE | Incident | substantial |
the failure of the landing gear actuator switch. Factors relating to the accident were the false landing gear indication, the precautionary landing, …the failure of the landing gear actuator switch. Factors relating to the accident were the false landing gear indication, the precautionary landing, and the improper maintenance adjustment performed on the landing gear switch prior to the accident flight. |
| Jun 18, 2003 | Anahim Lake, CA | N210VC | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 13, 2003 | Tribune, KS | N210MP | Incident | substantial |
The in-flight separation of the turbocharger exhaust band clamp resulting in an in-flight fire and uncommanded landing gear extension. Also causal wa…The in-flight separation of the turbocharger exhaust band clamp resulting in an in-flight fire and uncommanded landing gear extension. Also causal was the improper maintenance by unknown personnel. |
| Apr 02, 2003 | Gig Harbor, WA | N701TM | Incident | substantial | A total loss of power for undetermined reasons during base turn. |
| Mar 01, 2003 | New Hudson, MI | N123JL | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control which resulted in the airplane stalling while on final approach. |
| Feb 16, 2003 | Stockton, CA | N5089V | Serious (1) | substantial | fuel starvation due to the pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply and failure to verify the fuel quantity on board at departure. |
| Feb 05, 2003 | Mission, TX | N4945Y | Fatal (3) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control, which resulted in his exceeding the airplane's design limitation. Contributing factors were the pil…The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control, which resulted in his exceeding the airplane's design limitation. Contributing factors were the pilot's decision to fly the airplane with known deficiencies with the attitude indicator, and the failure of the attitude indicator. |