Cessna 310I Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 19 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

19

All Events

9

Incidents

3

Minor

0

Serious

7

Fatal (13 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 04, 2002 San Dimas, CA N8145M Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane following a loss of power in one engine during takeoff. The reason for the loss of power in t…

the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane following a loss of power in one engine during takeoff. The reason for the loss of power in the left engine could not be determined. Contributing factors to the accident were the pilot's failure to retract the landing gear and to feather the inoperative engine propeller.

Nov 14, 1996 VAN NUYS, CA N8046M Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain a climb following initiation of a missed approach in fog due to spatial disorientation, and his inadequate training by…

The pilot's failure to maintain a climb following initiation of a missed approach in fog due to spatial disorientation, and his inadequate training by company personnel. Potential rescue was delayed due to the FAA radar controller's failure to follow established communication procedures for overdue aircraft.

Nov 09, 1989 PROVO, UT N145Y Fatal (2) destroyed
THE CESSNA PILOT MISJUDGE HIS ALTITUDE ABOVE THE WATER. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT ALLOWING HIS ATTENTION TO BE DIVERTED AND HIS LACK OF V…

THE CESSNA PILOT MISJUDGE HIS ALTITUDE ABOVE THE WATER. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT ALLOWING HIS ATTENTION TO BE DIVERTED AND HIS LACK OF VISUAL/DEPTH PERCEPTION OVER THE CALM (GLASSY) WATER.

Sep 17, 1989 HESPERIA, CA N8087M Fatal (2) destroyed
THE NON-INSTRUMENT RATED PILOT CONTINUED VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS (IMC) AND MISJUDGED HIS ALTITUDE ABOVE THE TERRAIN. CONT…

THE NON-INSTRUMENT RATED PILOT CONTINUED VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS (IMC) AND MISJUDGED HIS ALTITUDE ABOVE THE TERRAIN. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE PILOT'S LACK OF INSTRUMENT EXPERIENCE, PRESSURE INDUCED BY HIS WIFE (THE PASSENGER) TO TAKE THE FLIGHT, DARK NIGHT, WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN.

Apr 09, 1988 HELENA, MT N8008M Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 04, 1984 FAYETTEVILLE, AR N8156M Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 05, 1982 DENVER, CO N8818N 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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