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 02, 2008 Ketchikan, AK N59214 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to ensure that there was sufficient fuel on board the airplane for the planned flight, and his inadequate flight planning and navi…

The pilot's failure to ensure that there was sufficient fuel on board the airplane for the planned flight, and his inadequate flight planning and navigation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and ditching short of the planned destination. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's geographic disorientation during his approach to the airport.

Jul 17, 2008 Van Horn, TX N6882B Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain altitude due to his diverted attention. Contributing to the accident was complications manually extending the landin…

The pilot's failure to maintain altitude due to his diverted attention. Contributing to the accident was complications manually extending the landing gear.

May 15, 2008 Ucayali, PE OB-1203 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 25, 2008 Coaldale, NV N6182N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after encountering an unknown object on the dirt runway.
Mar 11, 2008 Abbeville, LA N732RR Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were the prevailing clouds, rain, and turbule…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were the prevailing clouds, rain, and turbulence.

Dec 26, 2007 Ocumare del Tuy, VE N761YL Minor substantial Investigation pending
Dec 08, 2007 Bloomfield, KY N5431C Fatal (2) substantial
the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane, which resulted in the in-flight break up. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's l…

the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane, which resulted in the in-flight break up. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's loss of control in-flight due to spatial disorientation.

Nov 28, 2007 Tulsa, OK N3NG Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission line(s). Contributing to the accident were the loss of aircraft electrical powe…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission line(s). Contributing to the accident were the loss of aircraft electrical power, diverted attention, and the night conditions.

Oct 28, 2007 Los Alamos, NM N8251M Incident substantial The binding of the nose landing gear doors for undetermined reasons, resulting in the pilot having to make a nose gear up landing.
Sep 24, 2007 Moriarty, NM N732XE Fatal (1) destroyed
the instructor pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during aborted landing and attempted go-around which resulted in an inadvertent elevator t…

the instructor pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during aborted landing and attempted go-around which resulted in an inadvertent elevator trim stall. Contributing to the accident were the instructor pilot's inadequate supervision during the landing, improper recovery from a bounced landing, and the improper airplane configuration for the attempted go-around.

Sep 01, 2007 San Jose, CA N5479A Minor substantial The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply that resulted in fuel starvation.
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.
Aug 11, 2007 Lomita, CA N225RJ Fatal (1) substantial
The loss of engine power during approach as a result of fuel starvation due to the pilot's improper pre takeoff fuel system selector valve positioning…

The loss of engine power during approach as a result of fuel starvation due to the pilot's improper pre takeoff fuel system selector valve positioning. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jul 03, 2007 McLean's Town, BF N2219R Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
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.
Feb 08, 2007 Rexburg, ID N6390U Fatal (1) destroyed
The loss of engine power due to the contamination of the fuel manifold valve, and the pilot's continued operation of the airplane with known maintenan…

The loss of engine power due to the contamination of the fuel manifold valve, and the pilot's continued operation of the airplane with known maintenance discrepancies.

Jan 29, 2007 Haddock, GA N761RS Fatal (1) substantial Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Dec 31, 2006 Albany, GA N5093A Serious (2) substantial The loss of engine power during cruise flight due to a fractured crankshaft, resulting in an off-airport forced landing in a muddy field.
Dec 27, 2006 North St. Louis, MO N6864C Minor substantial Fuel starvation due to an inadequate fuel supply. A factor associated with the accident was the soft terrain encountered during the landing.
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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