How many accidents has the Cessna T210M had?

The NTSB has recorded 189 events involving the Cessna T210M: 54 fatal, 18 serious, 33 minor injuries, and 84 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna T210M a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna T210M has 189 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna T210M Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 189 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

189

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (95 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 29, 2025	Tucson Estates, AZ	N6419B	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 25, 2024	San Saba, TX	N498TB	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 21, 2023	Napa, CA	N6535B	Incident	substantial	Insufficient hydraulic pressure to the landing gear system following the completion of the emergency gear extension checklist, which resulted in the m… Insufficient hydraulic pressure to the landing gear system following the completion of the emergency gear extension checklist, which resulted in the main landing gear collapsing during landing. Contributing to the accident was a loss of electrical power for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence, which resulted in a failure of the normal landing gear extension system.
Aug 05, 2023	Indian Creek, ID	N7067Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, and gear up landing on a dirt airstrip.
Mar 15, 2021	Leadore, ID	N886KH	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point on a graveled surfaced runway with insufficient landing performance and subsequent loss of co… The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point on a graveled surfaced runway with insufficient landing performance and subsequent loss of control during the landing roll.
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.
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 27, 2013	Scipio, UT	N761BP	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomali… A total loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Jul 20, 2012	Colorado Springs, CO	N311TM	Incident	substantial	The failure of the right hydraulic main gear down-lock actuator hose in flight.
Aug 26, 2011	Kremmling, CO	N761NX	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing.
Aug 25, 2011	Cahokia, IL	N44HR	Incident	substantial	A failure of a spring in the main landing gear actuation system that prevented the landing gear from extending.
May 21, 2011	Pueblo, CO	N6850B	Incident	substantial	Failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to a failed o-ring in the nose gear actuator piston and a broken seal in the emergency landing gear ex… Failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to a failed o-ring in the nose gear actuator piston and a broken seal in the emergency landing gear extension system.
Jul 29, 2010	Shell Lake, WI	N701PS	Incident	substantial	The collision with the deer during landing roll.
Aug 22, 2009	Dalton, GA	N732MM	Incident	substantial	The failure of the right main landing gear actuator downlock spring.
Apr 24, 2009	Hanford, CA	N6584B	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power during descent due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the… A loss of engine power during descent due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use the correct fuel flow performance chart.
Dec 31, 2008	Fort Collins, CO	N732YK	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to select the fullest tank before landing.
Nov 22, 2008	Hanford, CA	N732XS	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to use the before-landing checklist and extend the landing gear prior to landing.
Oct 04, 2008	Savannah, GA	N11PC	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power in flight due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management.
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.
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,.
Jun 25, 2006	Hayward, CA	N761GW	Incident	substantial	A loss of power for undetermined reasons.
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.

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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