Cessna T210 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 792 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2005 | Smith Center, KS | N6366Y | Incident | — |
Failure of the Piper airplane pilot to obtain visual separation from the Cessna airplane rolling out after landing on the intersecting runway resultin…Failure of the Piper airplane pilot to obtain visual separation from the Cessna airplane rolling out after landing on the intersecting runway resulting in a collision between the two aircraft. A contributing factor was the evasive maneuver attempted be the pilot of the Cessna. |
| Jan 30, 2005 | Glendale, AZ | N1164U | Incident | substantial | The airplane was struck by lightning during the approach to land. |
| Jan 15, 2005 | Yuba City, CA | N5177V | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation and failure to verify the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine po…the pilot's inadequate preflight preparation and failure to verify the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. |
| Jan 14, 2005 | Mesa, AZ | N761YH | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to use the emergency gear extension procedure to manually extend the landing gear to the down and locked position. |
| Oct 23, 2004 | Missoula, MT | N2240R | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to follow published procedures/directives (inducing excessive fuel flow to the engine), and the subsequent loss of engine power fo…The pilot's failure to follow published procedures/directives (inducing excessive fuel flow to the engine), and the subsequent loss of engine power for nonmechanical reasons while on final approach. Contributing factors were the utility pole and the ditch. |
| Oct 16, 2004 | Seven Points, TX | N11FB | Incident | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number one connecting rod. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced l…The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number one connecting rod. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 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. |
| 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 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. |
| Jan 25, 2003 | El Monte, CA | N732DK | Incident | substantial | the alternator switch contact failure, which resulted in a complete electrical failure. |
| Dec 09, 2002 | Agua Caliente, CA | N732HJ | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the right main landing gear actuator during the landing roll, which resulted in a collapse of the right main land gear, and loss of dir…The failure of the right main landing gear actuator during the landing roll, which resulted in a collapse of the right main land gear, and loss of directional control. |
| Nov 25, 2002 | Lakeland, FL | N6026N | Incident | substantial | The collapse of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons. |
| Aug 26, 2002 | Glastonbury, CT | N4908C | Incident | substantial | A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor in the airplane's damage was the standing corn. |
| Jul 27, 2002 | Willits, CA | N6776R | Incident | substantial | the student pilot's misjudged, distance, and speed, and failure to attain the proper touchdown point. |
| May 28, 2002 | Orlando, FL | N4672Y | Incident | destroyed | The pilot's inadequate planning decision that resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power. |
| Jan 22, 2002 | Chicago, IL | N4785U | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after takeoff. Factors relating to the accident were the pilot excessive rotation during takeoff and…the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after takeoff. Factors relating to the accident were the pilot excessive rotation during takeoff and the crosswind. |