Cessna T210N Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 245 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2022 | Honesdale, PA | N5276C | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with terrain. |
| Apr 15, 2018 | Colorado Springs, CO | N6988N | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. |
| 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. |
| Nov 29, 2015 | Avalon, CA | N99210 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, resulting in a runway overrun and nose over. |
| Aug 22, 2012 | Boulder, CO | N85S | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s decision to continue the unstable approach, which resulted in a loss of control during landing and a runway excursion. |
| Sep 01, 2007 | San Jose, CA | N5479A | Minor | substantial | The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel supply that resulted in fuel starvation. |
| Jan 24, 2006 | Mariposa, CA | N4791C | Minor | substantial |
The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which …The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which led to the separation of the No. 6 cylinder and the catastrophic failure of the engine. |
| Apr 20, 2005 | Kalispell, MT | N2AK | Minor | destroyed |
An airborne fire which was fueled by leaking hydraulic fluid (the ignition source for the fire was undetermined) from the landing gear hydraulic syste…An airborne fire which was fueled by leaking hydraulic fluid (the ignition source for the fire was undetermined) from the landing gear hydraulic system located under the cockpit instrument panel due to inadequate maintenance from other maintenance personnel. Contributing factors were the hydraulic fluid and the pilot's hard landing due the airplane's control not being possible subsequent to the loss of external visibility caused by smoke in the cockpit. |
| Oct 27, 2004 | Raymond, MS | N6108Y | Minor | destroyed |
The total loss of engine power which was initiated by fretting of the crankcase halves for undetermined reasons, causing rotation of several of the ma…The total loss of engine power which was initiated by fretting of the crankcase halves for undetermined reasons, causing rotation of several of the main bearings, oil starvation, and subsequent failure of several of the connecting rods. A contributing factor was the rough terrain. |
| Jun 19, 2004 | Ellijay, GA | N7393C | Minor | substantial |
The pilot misjudged his airspeed, distance and intended proper touchdown point which resulted in an overrun of the runway surface and the subsequent …The pilot misjudged his airspeed, distance and intended proper touchdown point which resulted in an overrun of the runway surface and the subsequent collision with an embankment. |
| Jul 21, 2003 | Hampton Bays, NY | N155RR | Minor | destroyed | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Jul 28, 2002 | Puerto Portillo, PE | OB-1261 | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 19, 2002 | Lake in Hills, IL | N210AB | Minor | substantial |
It was not possible for the pilot to land the airplane at a proper touchdown point during the aborted takeoff and unsuitable terrain was encountered o…It was not possible for the pilot to land the airplane at a proper touchdown point during the aborted takeoff and unsuitable terrain was encountered off the end of the runway. Factors associated with the accident were a proper climb rate was not achieved during takeoff for undetermined reasons and the nose gear collapsed due to overload. |
| Nov 16, 2001 | Montrose, CO | N210GB | Minor | destroyed | the loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. |
| Apr 14, 2001 | Kent, OH | N6359Y | Minor | substantial |
The flight instructor's inadequate supervision during the landing. Factors were the improper use of the flight controls by the pilot/owner, the cross…The flight instructor's inadequate supervision during the landing. Factors were the improper use of the flight controls by the pilot/owner, the crosswind, and the muddy terrain. |
| Dec 26, 2000 | COLORADO CITY, AZ | N4729C | Minor | substantial | the pilot's improper preflight and failure to refuel the airplane. |
| Aug 28, 2000 | COUNCIL, ID | N6993N | Minor | substantial |
the fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to improper overhaul procedures. Factors include a soft area in the field where the forced landing took plac…the fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to improper overhaul procedures. Factors include a soft area in the field where the forced landing took place. |
| Dec 02, 1997 | UNION CITY, CA | N1396U | Minor | substantial |
Blockage of the fuel flow transducer, which resulted in fuel starvation and the loss of engine power. Unsuitable terrain for an emergency landing was…Blockage of the fuel flow transducer, which resulted in fuel starvation and the loss of engine power. Unsuitable terrain for an emergency landing was a contributing factor. |
| Apr 05, 1997 | SILVER CITY, NM | N4864U | Minor | substantial | The high wind and the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions. Factors were the crosswind and wind gusts. |
| Jul 22, 1996 | SUNNYSIDE, WA | N6439N | Minor | substantial |
inadequate preflight by the pilot, and subsequent fuel exhaustion. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and high vegetation (brush and sm…inadequate preflight by the pilot, and subsequent fuel exhaustion. Factors relating to the accident were: darkness, and high vegetation (brush and small trees) in the emergency landing area. |
| Jun 17, 1995 | FORT STOCKTON, TX | XBGPJ | Minor | substantial |
THE FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS DUE TO THE PILOT BECOMING LOST/DISORIENTED. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING AND THE WEATHE…THE FUEL EXHAUSTION INDUCED POWER LOSS DUE TO THE PILOT BECOMING LOST/DISORIENTED. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING AND THE WEATHER CONDITIONS WERE FACTORS. |
| May 27, 1995 | HOMESTEAD, FL | N6167Y | Minor | substantial |
BINDING (MECHANICAL) OF THE RIGHT ELEVATOR WITH THE RIGHT HORIZONTAL STABILIZER AFTER COLLISION WITH A DOG AT THE RIGHT HORIZONTAL STABILIZER DURING R…BINDING (MECHANICAL) OF THE RIGHT ELEVATOR WITH THE RIGHT HORIZONTAL STABILIZER AFTER COLLISION WITH A DOG AT THE RIGHT HORIZONTAL STABILIZER DURING ROTATION. THE DEFORMATION OF THE STABILIZER REDUCED THE PILOT-IN-COMMMAND'S ABILITY TO OPERATE THE ELEVATOR. |
| Aug 11, 1993 | DELANO, CA | N300GW | Minor | substantial | the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and his failure to refuel the aircraft. |
| Sep 27, 1992 | HELENA, MT | N1911U | Minor | substantial |
FUEL EXHAUSTION, THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL EN ROUTE AND THE INABILITY OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO AVOID THE FENCE DURING THE LANDING ROL…FUEL EXHAUSTION, THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL EN ROUTE AND THE INABILITY OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO AVOID THE FENCE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE DARK NIGHT CONDITIONS AND THE FENCE. |
| Jun 24, 1992 | GEORGETOWN, CA | N9933N | Minor | substantial |
THE UNDER TORQUE OF THE CRANKCASE THROUGH BOLTS DURING OVERHAUL CAUSING; 1) THE NUMBER 2 MAIN BEARING TO SPIN, 2) THE RESULTANT BLOCKAGE OF THE INTERN…THE UNDER TORQUE OF THE CRANKCASE THROUGH BOLTS DURING OVERHAUL CAUSING; 1) THE NUMBER 2 MAIN BEARING TO SPIN, 2) THE RESULTANT BLOCKAGE OF THE INTERNAL OIL PASSAGE, AND 3) THE OIL STARVATION INDUCED FAILURE OF THE NUMBER 2 CONNECTING ROD AND CAP. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE UNSUITABLE NATURE OF THE TERRAIN WHICH MADE A SUCCESSFUL FORCED LANDING IMPOSSIBLE. |