Cessna T210 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 792 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

792

All Events

358

Incidents

151

Minor

89

Serious

192

Fatal (401 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 09, 2019 Chandler, AZ N732SJ Incident substantial
The pilot's distraction while looking for other aircraft in the traffic pattern, which resulted in his failure to follow a prelanding checklist and to…

The pilot's distraction while looking for other aircraft in the traffic pattern, which resulted in his failure to follow a prelanding checklist and to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the improperly rigged landing gear warning switch, which prevented an audible warning sound.

Jan 10, 2019 Port Lavaca, TX N2391S Incident substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Jan 06, 2019 Flint, MI N1237M Incident substantial
The failure of the nose landing gear actuator hydraulic hose, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and hydraulic system pressure and a subseq…

The failure of the nose landing gear actuator hydraulic hose, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and hydraulic system pressure and a subsequent gear-up landing.

Oct 27, 2018 FiIlmore, CA N6834R Minor substantial A total loss of engine power as a result of the pilot’s failure to remove a towel from the engine’s air induction following maintenance.
Sep 30, 2018 Silver City, ID N732MV Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while making a turn in gusting wind co…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while making a turn in gusting wind conditions while flying through hilly terrain, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

Sep 15, 2018 San Luis Obispo, CA N5340Y Incident substantial
The failure of the landing gear extension motor due to wear, which resulted in the right main landing gear not fully extending and locking into place …

The failure of the landing gear extension motor due to wear, which resulted in the right main landing gear not fully extending and locking into place during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to ensure that all three landing gear were down and locked before landing.

Aug 18, 2018 Tulsa, OK N6958N Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to take off with a known electrical problem, which resulted in the loss of electrical power, problem with the landing gear extens…

The pilot's decision to take off with a known electrical problem, which resulted in the loss of electrical power, problem with the landing gear extension system, and subsequent runway excursion.

Jun 28, 2018 Pocahontas, AR N6386C Incident substantial
The pilot's excessive use of wheel brakes while landing, which resulted in both brakes locking up, a loss of directional control, a runway excursion, …

The pilot's excessive use of wheel brakes while landing, which resulted in both brakes locking up, a loss of directional control, a runway excursion, and a nose over.

Jun 17, 2018 Desdemona, TX N6107R Serious (1) substantial The total loss of engine power due to the fuel pump’s fuel flow setting being set too high, which resulted in an excessive fuel flow to the engine.
Jun 03, 2018 Clovis, NM N66ML Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechan…

The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

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.
Mar 13, 2018 Orlando, FL N5382A Incident substantial The improper adjustment of the fuel pump by maintenance personnel, which resulted in an overly rich fuel/air mixture and a total loss of engine power.
Feb 25, 2018 Oudtshoorn, SF ZS-KOM Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 02, 2018 Aurora, OR N2122S Incident substantial
A collapse of the right main landing gear during the landing roll because the gear would not lock into place. Contributing to the accident was the pil…

A collapse of the right main landing gear during the landing roll because the gear would not lock into place. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to perform the alternate landing gear extension procedure before landing.

Dec 17, 2017 Oldenburg, IN N761YZ Fatal (3) destroyed
A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 4 piston, which resulted in an attempted forced landing in dark night conditions and a subs…

A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 4 piston, which resulted in an attempted forced landing in dark night conditions and a subsequent in-flight collision with trees and terrain. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's situational stress and fatigue, both of which degraded his performance.

Dec 14, 2017 West End, BF N727TJ Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 12, 2017 Grayslake, IL N5300A Incident substantial
The failure of the No. 4 connecting rod due to inadequate oil lubrication for reasons that could not be determined because the postaccident engine exa…

The failure of the No. 4 connecting rod due to inadequate oil lubrication for reasons that could not be determined because the postaccident engine examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have caused a lack of lubrication.

Oct 23, 2017 Eagle, CO N5129C Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Oct 07, 2017 Waterford, MI N5EC Incident substantial The pilot's unstabilized approach at night, which resulted in collision with trees.
Sep 20, 2017 St George, UT N22650 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.
Sep 15, 2017 Watsonville, CA N5391A Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent nose gear separation.
Aug 27, 2017 Ciudad Bolivar, VE YV2594 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 01, 2017 Llano, CA N6109R Incident substantial
A failure of the turbocharger that resulted in complete depletion of the engine oil and catastrophic internal failure of the engine. Contributing to t…

A failure of the turbocharger that resulted in complete depletion of the engine oil and catastrophic internal failure of the engine. Contributing to the accident was improper and/or incomplete maintenance and inspection of the turbocharger.

Jul 15, 2017 Cerro Viejo, MX XB-LJK Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 07, 2017 Yuba City, CA N333GK Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.
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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