Cessna T310R Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 43 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

43

All Events

23

Incidents

1

Minor

3

Serious

16

Fatal (31 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 18, 2023 Santa Fe, NM N5251C Fatal (1) substantial
A total loss of left engine power as a result of improper installation of the aft-facing crankshaft counterweight retaining rings. Also causal was the…

A total loss of left engine power as a result of improper installation of the aft-facing crankshaft counterweight retaining rings. Also causal was the pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed following the loss of left engine power, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to climb and subsequent loss of control.

Nov 22, 2021 Chadron, NE N310JA Fatal (3) destroyed The incapacitating effects of a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which resulted in the pilot's loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.
Jul 18, 2015 Cody, WY N72TP Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot's loss of airplane control following the loss of power in the left engine; the reason for the loss of power could not be determined during p…

The pilot's loss of airplane control following the loss of power in the left engine; the reason for the loss of power could not be determined during postaccident engine examination.

Nov 12, 2013 Junction, TX N38LH Fatal (2) destroyed
The noninstrument-rated private pilot's decision to continue a visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in…

The noninstrument-rated private pilot's decision to continue a visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in the loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to obtain a weather briefing before departure.

Mar 19, 2011 Butte, MT N4914A Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of airplane control during the missed approach for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the rapid and unforecast de…

The pilot's loss of airplane control during the missed approach for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the rapid and unforecast deterioration of the weather conditions to below the landing minimum and the pilot's decision to attempt the approach despite his knowledge of those conditions.

Jun 17, 2010 Ruidoso, NM N310RH Fatal (5) substantial
The pilot did not maintain proper airspeed on final approach for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. Contributing…

The pilot did not maintain proper airspeed on final approach for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s limited experience in the airplane make and model.

Aug 31, 2008 Latrobe, PA N3180M Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's impairment/incapacitation (cardiovascular) resulting in the pilot being unable to control the airplane.
Jul 15, 2006 Saint Tropez, FR N234SA Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 17, 2006 Heber City, UT N289WB Fatal (1) destroyed
the pilot's loss of aircraft control due to the loss of engine power due to induction icing. Contributing factors include the in-flight encounter with…

the pilot's loss of aircraft control due to the loss of engine power due to induction icing. Contributing factors include the in-flight encounter with structural icing, the severe turbulence, and the pilot's increased workload.

Dec 08, 2004 Flagstaff, AZ N592DM Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's decision to attempt flight into known adverse weather conditions beyond the capability of the airplane and his failure to ensure that the …

The pilot's decision to attempt flight into known adverse weather conditions beyond the capability of the airplane and his failure to ensure that the airplane's wings were free of ice and/or snow contamination that accumulated while the airplane was on the ground, which resulted in an attempted takeoff with upper wing contamination that induced a subsequent stall/mush and a collision with the ground.

Mar 30, 2004 Lancashire, UK N6834L Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Apr 18, 2001 Madinah, SA N700AS Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 31, 1999 ATLANTIC OCEAN, AO N4XZ Fatal (4) destroyed
the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in impact with rough water. A factor in this accident was a dark night, which…

the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in impact with rough water. A factor in this accident was a dark night, which resulted in no visual cues.

Apr 26, 1998 PIE TOWN, NM N467DL Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's continuing VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were weather conditions, that included clouds, and …

The pilot's continuing VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were weather conditions, that included clouds, and mountainous terrain.

Apr 04, 1983 DALHART, TX N6831T Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 30, 1982 COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA N2906A Fatal (2) destroyed 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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