Cessna T210 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 792 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

792

All Events

358

Incidents

151

Minor

89

Serious

192

Fatal (401 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 24, 2017 Banning, CA N6218Y Minor substantial
The pilot's improper energy management during an emergency landing approach that was prompted by an engine power loss. The specific reason(s) for the …

The pilot's improper energy management during an emergency landing approach that was prompted by an engine power loss. The specific reason(s) for the power loss and the improper energy management could not be determined based on available evidence.

Apr 05, 2017 Detroit Lakes, MN N1215M Incident substantial
The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanic…

The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the improper decision to disengage the landing gear system circuit breaker before the flight, which was contrary to the manufacturer-recommended procedures.

Mar 25, 2017 Hayden, AL N6563D Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot's decision to continue the flight into known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of a…

The pilot's decision to continue the flight into known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of airplane control and in-flight breakup.

Feb 05, 2017 Loveland, CO N4853U Minor substantial The pilot's exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jan 14, 2017 Buckeye, AZ N6366B Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
Jan 02, 2017 Payson, AZ N272EF Fatal (4) destroyed
The non-instrument-rated pilot's improper decisions to begin and to continue a flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditi…

The non-instrument-rated pilot's improper decisions to begin and to continue a flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.

Dec 12, 2016 Mecca, CA N761SZ Serious (1) substantial The total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during approach, which necessitated a gear-up landing on unsuitable terrain.
Oct 18, 2016 Pflugerville, TX N210LC Incident substantial Landing gear collapse upon landing due to a hydraulic leak that led to insufficient pressure to fully extend and lock the gear in a down position.
Jun 09, 2016 Buena Vista, CO N9915Y Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and substan…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and substantial damage to the firewall.

Mar 25, 2016 Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province, SF ZS-DOM Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 29, 2015 Avalon, CA N99210 Minor substantial The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, resulting in a runway overrun and nose over.
Nov 19, 2015 La Verne, CA N91HC Serious (1) substantial The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Oct 13, 2015 Boise, ID N8273M Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper in-flight fuel management due to distraction and self-induced pressure, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of eng…

The pilot’s improper in-flight fuel management due to distraction and self-induced pressure, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to conduct the descent checklist, which included a task to manage fuel.

Sep 06, 2015 Soda Springs, ID N732DW Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage during landing.
Jul 25, 2015 Duluth, MN N1650X Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage during landing. Contributing to …

The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention to another airplane in the vicinity and that he inaccurately perceived the gear warning horn annunciator as the TCAS annunciator.

Jul 07, 2015 Oneonta, NY N59024 Serious (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jun 14, 2015 Palmyra, PA N732VN Incident substantial
The pilot's delay in conducting an aborted landing and his subsequent failure to establish a proper airspeed during the attempted go-around on a hot d…

The pilot's delay in conducting an aborted landing and his subsequent failure to establish a proper airspeed during the attempted go-around on a hot day, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to climb and a subsequent stall/mush.

Apr 10, 2015 Challis, ID N732YQ Fatal (4) substantial
The pilot's attempt to depart in conditions that resulted in the airplane having insufficient performance capability, which resulted in a collision wi…

The pilot's attempt to depart in conditions that resulted in the airplane having insufficient performance capability, which resulted in a collision with a tree.

Feb 16, 2015 The Dalles, OR N93810 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touch down. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to utilize the pre-landing ch…

The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touch down. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to utilize the pre-landing checklist.

Nov 24, 2014 TAMPA, FL N610KC Incident substantial The collapse of the left main landing gear for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident examination.
Nov 02, 2014 Jacksonville, OR N1593M Minor substantial A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the No. 6 connecting rod, which resulted from oil starvation.
Oct 26, 2014 Brownsville, TX XBNCZ Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning.
Oct 24, 2014 Bay City, WI N761SU Fatal (1) destroyed The non-instrument rated pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument flight rules conditions, which resulted in an in-flight loss of control.
Sep 13, 2014 Gaithersburg, MD N5132C Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to execute a missed approach after recognizing that the airplane was not aligned with the wet runway, which resulted in a long lan…

The pilot’s failure to execute a missed approach after recognizing that the airplane was not aligned with the wet runway, which resulted in a long landing with a tailwind and a subsequent runway overrun.

Apr 30, 2014 Para, BR PR-WCO Fatal (2) destroyed <br /><br />
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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