Cessna T210N Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 245 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

245

All Events

112

Incidents

47

Minor

27

Serious

58

Fatal (129 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 11, 1996 PARADISE, CA N9820Y Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to follow landing gear extension procedures by not confirming that the gear was fully extended prior to touchdown. A contributing…

the pilot's failure to follow landing gear extension procedures by not confirming that the gear was fully extended prior to touchdown. A contributing factor was the interference/alteration of the pilot's customary habit pattern due to his response to a passenger's request for a decrease in the descent rate.

Feb 24, 1996 ENGLEWOOD, CO N1775U Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain control of the aircraft during the landing. The adverse wind conditio…

the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain control of the aircraft during the landing. The adverse wind condition was a related factor.

Dec 21, 1995 INDIANAPOLIS, IN N5083C Incident substantial
the failure of the turbocharger, caused by a unapproved rebuild of the turbocharger which contained automotive parts. Debris from the failed turbochar…

the failure of the turbocharger, caused by a unapproved rebuild of the turbocharger which contained automotive parts. Debris from the failed turbocharger damaged the oil pump resulting in lack of engine lubrication.

Dec 08, 1995 MODESTO, CA N214BD Incident destroyed
the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, due to an inadequate supply of fuel, followed by a force…

the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, due to an inadequate supply of fuel, followed by a forced landing in an area of trees. Darkness was a related factor.

Nov 22, 1995 OCALA, FL N210PW Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND (CFI) OF THE CESSNA, N210PW, TO SEE AND AVOID THE PIPER, N2114P.
Mar 07, 1995 ROCKFORD, IL N6622N Incident substantial A DISCONNECT OF THE ALTERNATOR BELT, AND FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO ATTAIN A DOWN AND LOCKED CONDITION OF THE GEAR WITH THE EMERGENCY EXTENSION SYSTEM.
Jun 16, 1994 SANTA TERESA, NM N199CH Incident substantial A POWER LOSS DUE TO ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP FAILURE. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR A FORCED LANDING.
Feb 08, 1994 HAVRE, MT N5520A Incident substantial AN UNDETERMINED LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.
Jan 20, 1994 HAYESVILLE, NC N6191N Incident substantial THE FATIGUE FAILURE OF NO. 2 EXHAUST VALVE WHICH RESULTED FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT AND WEAR TO THE VALVE STEM. A FACTOR WAS THE DARK NIGHT.
Aug 31, 1993 LAKE IN THE HIL, IL N6649N Incident substantial CHAFING OF A FUEL SYSTEM LINE.
Aug 26, 1993 SPRINGDALE, AR N6142Y Incident substantial
THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION AND THE IMPROPER USE OF THE FUEL SELECTOR. FACTORS WERE THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE CHECKLIST, A…

THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION AND THE IMPROPER USE OF THE FUEL SELECTOR. FACTORS WERE THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE CHECKLIST, AND THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.

Mar 03, 1993 WALSH, CO N5367A Incident substantial A COMPLETE POWER LOSS FROM MECHANICAL FAILURE. A FACTOR WAS: A POND, WHICH THE AIRCRAFT ENTERED DURING LANDING ROLL.
Oct 26, 1991 WHEELING, WV N6466N Incident substantial THE ENGINE FAILURE CAUSED BY FUEL STARVATION AND THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FUEL MANAGEMENT.
Feb 27, 1991 ELWOOD, IN N210MS Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF THE FUEL SELECTOR WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL STARVATION. A RELATED FACTOR WAS: SOFT TERRAIN IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA.
Feb 20, 1991 PANAMA CITY, FL N6136Y Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF RECENT NIGHT FLIGHT EXPERIENCE.
Oct 28, 1990 LARAMIE, WY N4981C Incident substantial THE PILOT DID NOT PROPERLY SET THE MIXTURE CONTROL.
Sep 05, 1990 DURANGO, CO N5241C Incident substantial THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE WHEN THE PILOT ENCOUNTERED TURBULENCE ON SHORT FINAL TO LAND.
Jun 10, 1990 WHEELING, IL N7134J Incident substantial PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN A PROPER FLARE ATTITUDE IN THE AIRCRAFT PRIOR TO TOUCHDOWN.
Oct 21, 1989 TETERBORO, NJ N244MB Incident substantial LACK OF HYDRAULIC FLUID IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.
May 12, 1989 MONTEREY, CA N7568N Incident substantial THE PILOTS IMPROPER USE OF THE CHECKLIST WHEN HIS ATTENTION WAS DIVERTED.
Jan 14, 1989 FLORENCE, SC N5289Y Incident substantial
THE FAILURE OF MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO PROPERLY TORQUE THE THRU BOLTS DURING NUMBER 2 CYLINDER INSTALLATION. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WER…

THE FAILURE OF MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO PROPERLY TORQUE THE THRU BOLTS DURING NUMBER 2 CYLINDER INSTALLATION. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE TERRAIN FEATURES WHICH LED TO THE COLLAPSE OF THE NOSE GEAR DURING LANDING.

Aug 19, 1988 SANTA PAULA, CA N1199U Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 15, 1988 CULVER CITY, CA N9746Y Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jan 24, 1988 STERLING, VA N5350A Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 05, 1987 SUGAR GROVE, IL N5360U Incident substantial Investigation pending
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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