Cessna 310K Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 30 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

30

All Events

16

Incidents

2

Minor

1

Serious

11

Fatal (23 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Nov 09, 2024 Alcoa, TN N143MG Incident substantial The failure of the left engine throttle control shaft bushing during taxi, resulting in a full asymmetric power condition and a taxiway excursion.
Aug 27, 2014 El Dorado, KS N101JB Incident substantial A fatigue failure of the left engine’s throttle cable, which resulted in the loss of left engine power.
Mar 07, 2012 Olive Branch, MS N6974L Incident substantial Fuel leaking from the left engine fuel strainer onto electrical connections after engine start, which resulted in a fire.
Feb 27, 2011 Angleton, TX N3816X Serious (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a night instrument approach.
Sep 26, 2010 Boerne Stage, TX N550JW Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to ensure that the landing gear was extended prior to landing, resulting in a landing on the partially extended landing gear.
Jul 14, 2010 El Monte, CA N6909L Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground roll.
Mar 18, 2009 Ocala, FL N6901L Incident substantial
The right main landing gear collapse as a result of the pilot's improper flare during a previous landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight …

The right main landing gear collapse as a result of the pilot's improper flare during a previous landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.

Apr 12, 2006 Brooksville, FL N6981L Incident substantial
The mechanic's improper maintenance that resulted in the right main landing gear's separation from the airplane and an inadvertent loss of control dur…

The mechanic's improper maintenance that resulted in the right main landing gear's separation from the airplane and an inadvertent loss of control during landing.

Oct 18, 2004 Kula, HI N7049L Fatal (1) destroyed
The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate clearance from mountainous terrain during cruise flight. A factor in the accident was the dark night li…

The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate clearance from mountainous terrain during cruise flight. A factor in the accident was the dark night lighting conditions.

Sep 21, 1998 SAUGUS, CA N711CG Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's in-flight loss of control which led to a subsequent structural airframe failure as the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airp…

the pilot's in-flight loss of control which led to a subsequent structural airframe failure as the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane during an attempted recovery.

Jun 19, 1998 CALEXICO, CA N6994L Incident substantial
The pilot's continued operation of the aircraft with known deficiencies in the landing gear indicating system. A contributing factor to the accident …

The pilot's continued operation of the aircraft with known deficiencies in the landing gear indicating system. A contributing factor to the accident was the pilot's expectation that the gear would be extended and locked irrespective of the indicator lights due to his prior experience with the malfunctioning indicator system.

Jun 05, 1998 OPA-LOCKA, FL N366J Incident substantial
The fuel leak due to improper installation of the left auxiliary fuel tank by maintenance personnel. Also, inadequate annual inspection of the airpla…

The fuel leak due to improper installation of the left auxiliary fuel tank by maintenance personnel. Also, inadequate annual inspection of the airplane by maintenance personnel for failure to identify the missing screw from the adel clamp resulting in chafing of the positive battery cable. Also, operation of the airplane by the owner with known deficiencies in equipment.

Aug 06, 1997 BAINBRIDGE, GA N124SP Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly perform the soft landing procedure, leading to a hard landing.
Aug 29, 1995 COLUMBIANA, OH N6921L Minor destroyed The improper maintenance installation and the subsequent separation of the torque links on the left main landing gear during the landing roll.
May 12, 1995 SEQUIM, WA N6912L Minor substantial
FAILURE OF AN UNDETERMINED AIRCRAFT COMPONENT, WHICH RESULTED IN A SEVERE VIBRATION, AND SUBSEQUENT DITCHING AT SEA. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT…

FAILURE OF AN UNDETERMINED AIRCRAFT COMPONENT, WHICH RESULTED IN A SEVERE VIBRATION, AND SUBSEQUENT DITCHING AT SEA. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S LOW CRUISING ALTITUDE (OVER WATER) OF LESS THAN 1,000 FEET, WHICH LIMITED HIS ABILITY TO SUCCESSFULLY RECOVER FROM THE SITUATION.

Mar 04, 1994 WICHITA FALLS, TX N474AR Fatal (4) destroyed
WAS THE LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO THE PILOT'S SPATIAL DISORIENTATION FOLLOWING A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE. FACTORS WERE THE DARK NIGHT AND THE …

WAS THE LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO THE PILOT'S SPATIAL DISORIENTATION FOLLOWING A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE. FACTORS WERE THE DARK NIGHT AND THE ELECTRICAL FAILURE AS RESULT OF BURNED OUT WIRING TERMINAL.

Oct 12, 1992 EAST POINT, GA N111JC Fatal (4) destroyed THE PILOT'S MISMANAGEMENT OF THE FUEL SUPPLY WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL STRAVATION OF BOTH ENGINES.
May 19, 1992 CARSWELL AFB, TX N6980L Incident substantial
LOSS OF POWER TO BOTH ENGINES FROM FUEL STARVATION AND THE IMPROPER SELECTOR POSITIONS OF FUEL TANKS BY THE PILOT. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO…

LOSS OF POWER TO BOTH ENGINES FROM FUEL STARVATION AND THE IMPROPER SELECTOR POSITIONS OF FUEL TANKS BY THE PILOT. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FEATHER THE PROPELLERS.

Feb 25, 1992 UNIONVILLE, PA N6928L Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PILOT DID NOT FOLLOW THE PUBLISHED IFR PROCEDURES AND ALLOWED THE AIRPLANE TO DESCEND TO AN ALTITUDE INSUFFICIENT TO CLEAR THE TERRAIN. FACTORS WH…

THE PILOT DID NOT FOLLOW THE PUBLISHED IFR PROCEDURES AND ALLOWED THE AIRPLANE TO DESCEND TO AN ALTITUDE INSUFFICIENT TO CLEAR THE TERRAIN. FACTORS WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S APPREHENSION DUE TO THE LOW FUEL STATE, THE DARK NIGHT, ADVERSE WEATHER, AND THE MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN.

Nov 17, 1989 PROVIDENCIALES, TK N707DL Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 19, 1989 OJAI, CA N6958L Fatal (2) destroyed
THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INTENTIONAL VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE ALTITUDE TO PROV…

THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INTENTIONAL VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE ALTITUDE TO PROVIDE TERRAIN CLEARANCE. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE: THE MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN, ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND THE SECOND PILOT'S POSSIBLE REDUCED VISION DUE TO HIS VISION PROBLEM AND MEDICATION.

May 24, 1988 KANSAS CITY, KS N7011L Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 05, 1987 INVERNESS, FL N3815X Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 15, 1986 PHOENIX, AZ N6953L Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 08, 1984 NEW CUMBERLAND, PA N6907L Fatal (1) 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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