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
Aug 19, 2007 Old Bridge, NJ N6654N Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during approach.
Jul 03, 2007 Loveland, CO N5129C Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to lower the landing gear. Contributing factors were the pilot's attention being diverted, and his failure to use the BEFORE LAND…

The pilot's failure to lower the landing gear. Contributing factors were the pilot's attention being diverted, and his failure to use the BEFORE LANDING checklist.

Jun 05, 2007 Bakersfield, CA N6973N Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Factors included the crosswind and gusty wind condition.
May 11, 2007 The Dalles, OR N66CE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear.
Apr 01, 2007 Oakland, CA N81PC Incident substantial Collapse of the landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Mar 16, 2007 Barstow, CA N628TT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly execute the manual landing gear extension procedures.
Mar 08, 2007 Boerne, TX N766DP Incident substantial
The pilot of the other airplane's failure to maintain proper spacing during approach to landing and subsequent go-around, which resulted in a midair c…

The pilot of the other airplane's failure to maintain proper spacing during approach to landing and subsequent go-around, which resulted in a midair collision.

Mar 07, 2007 Boulder City, NV N6520B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Dec 25, 2006 Broomfield, CO N6051N Incident substantial
the failure of the mechanic to comply with the required replacement schedule resulting in the failure of the hydraulic line and the resulting gear up …

the failure of the mechanic to comply with the required replacement schedule resulting in the failure of the hydraulic line and the resulting gear up landing.

Nov 24, 2006 Las Vegas, NV N977SA Incident substantial fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations and his failure to refuel the airplane during the cross-country flight,.
Nov 21, 2006 Caldwell, NJ N210MP Incident substantial
The private pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance, and the flight instructor's failure to take remedial action. Contributing to the …

The private pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance, and the flight instructor's failure to take remedial action. Contributing to the accident was the night light conditions.

Oct 23, 2006 Delta, CO N6849R Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and a proper descent rate during the landing.
Aug 22, 2006 So Lake Tahoe, CA N6821R Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and his inadequate remedial actions during a balloon in the landing flare, which resulted in a st…

the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and his inadequate remedial actions during a balloon in the landing flare, which resulted in a stall and hard landing.

Aug 20, 2006 San Angelo, TX N6602C Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear to extend as result of a frayed electrical wire.
Jul 22, 2006 Truckee, CA N6686N Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed.
Jul 15, 2006 Crestview, FL N5266Y 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 and fati…

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 and fatigue failure of the crankshaft.

Jun 25, 2006 Hayward, CA N761GW Incident substantial A loss of power for undetermined reasons.
Apr 21, 2006 Henryville, IN N732AN Incident substantial
The pilot selected an empty fuel tank during the approach which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor associated …

The pilot selected an empty fuel tank during the approach which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor associated with the accident were the trees that the airplane contacted during the forced landing.

Feb 01, 2006 Rome, GA N2134U Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jan 05, 2006 Midland, TX N5279A Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to a connecting rod failure. Contributing factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for th…

The loss of engine power due to a connecting rod failure. Contributing factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Dec 21, 2005 North Lima, OH N761WY Incident substantial The pilot not maintaining airspeed and directional control during the landing. Factors were the snow covered soft terrain the airplane nosed over on.
Nov 16, 2005 Salt Lake City, UT N6029N Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper in-flight decision not to use the before landing checklist. A facto…

A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper in-flight decision not to use the before landing checklist. A factor which contributed to the accident was the improper position of the mixture control.

Sep 24, 2005 Las Animas, CO N94263 Incident substantial
the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and lack of suitable terrain for…

the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Aug 07, 2005 Kissimmee, FL N732WN Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations and subsequent fuel exhaustion.
Jul 14, 2005 TwentyninePalms, CA N210NS Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to verify the current local wind condition that resulted in his selection of the wrong runway and an inadvertent downwind landing,…

the pilot's failure to verify the current local wind condition that resulted in his selection of the wrong runway and an inadvertent downwind landing, a runway overrun and a ground collision with objects. A factor in the accident was the short runway and its dirt surface, which reduced brake effectiveness.

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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