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
Dec 25, 2006 Broomfield, CO N6051N Incident substantial
the failure of the mechanic to comply with the required replacement schedule resulting in the failure of the hydraulic line and the resulting gear up …

the failure of the mechanic to comply with the required replacement schedule resulting in the failure of the hydraulic line and the resulting gear up landing.

Dec 19, 2006 Austin, TX N5434C Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while executing an instrument approach for undetermined reasons.
Nov 24, 2006 Las Vegas, NV N977SA Incident substantial fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate fuel consumption calculations and his failure to refuel the airplane during the cross-country flight,.
Nov 21, 2006 Caldwell, NJ N210MP Incident substantial
The private pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance, and the flight instructor's failure to take remedial action. Contributing to the …

The private pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance, and the flight instructor's failure to take remedial action. Contributing to the accident was the night light conditions.

Oct 23, 2006 Delta, CO N6849R Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and a proper descent rate during the landing.
Sep 22, 2006 Delta, UT N732PC Minor substantial A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during cruise flight.
Aug 22, 2006 So Lake Tahoe, CA N6821R Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and his inadequate remedial actions during a balloon in the landing flare, which resulted in a st…

the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed and his inadequate remedial actions during a balloon in the landing flare, which resulted in a stall and hard landing.

Aug 20, 2006 San Angelo, TX N6602C Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear to extend as result of a frayed electrical wire.
Jul 22, 2006 Truckee, CA N6686N Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed.
Jul 15, 2006 Crestview, FL N5266Y Incident substantial
Spinning of the crankshaft No. 2 main bearing for undetermined reasons resulting in damage to the aft cheek of the No. 2 main bearing journal and fati…

Spinning of the crankshaft No. 2 main bearing for undetermined reasons resulting in damage to the aft cheek of the No. 2 main bearing journal and fatigue failure of the crankshaft.

Jul 06, 2006 Pontiac, IL N6900R Minor substantial
A loss of engine power due to the pilot's improper in-flight planning which led to fuel exhaustion and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed du…

A loss of engine power due to the pilot's improper in-flight planning which led to fuel exhaustion and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during the landing approach which resulted in an inadvertent stall. The road embankment was a factor.

Jun 25, 2006 Hayward, CA N761GW Fatal The passenger's failure to see and avoid the rotating propeller.
Jun 25, 2006 Hayward, CA N761GW Incident substantial A loss of power for undetermined reasons.
May 29, 2006 Santa Fe, NM N7353C Serious (1) substantial
the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and failure to refuel the airpla…

the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and failure to refuel the airplane.

May 19, 2006 Battle Ground, WA N131HM Serious (1) destroyed
the pilot's excessive airspeed and exceeding the proper touchdown point during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent overrun of the…

the pilot's excessive airspeed and exceeding the proper touchdown point during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent overrun of the runway. Factors contributing to the accident included the fence, the trees and the pilot's failure to perform an aborted landing.

May 18, 2006 Chico, CA N212DW Serious (1) substantial The loss of engine power due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to verify the amount of fuel onboard.
Apr 21, 2006 Henryville, IN N732AN Incident substantial
The pilot selected an empty fuel tank during the approach which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor associated …

The pilot selected an empty fuel tank during the approach which resulted in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power. A factor associated with the accident were the trees that the airplane contacted during the forced landing.

Apr 20, 2006 Arkansas City, KS N7617N Serious (2) destroyed the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the guide wire resulting in the airplane striking the wire and subsequently impacting the terrain.
Apr 02, 2006 Wells, NV N57AB Minor substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
Feb 01, 2006 Rome, GA N2134U Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jan 29, 2006 Murfreesboro, TN N761ZV Serious (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a precautionary landing following a reported failure (undetermined) of the elevator trim contr…

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a precautionary landing following a reported failure (undetermined) of the elevator trim control system.

Jan 24, 2006 Mariposa, CA N4791C Minor substantial
The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which …

The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which led to the separation of the No. 6 cylinder and the catastrophic failure of the engine.

Jan 05, 2006 Midland, TX N5279A Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to a connecting rod failure. Contributing factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for th…

The loss of engine power due to a connecting rod failure. Contributing factors were the dark night conditions and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jan 02, 2006 Auburn, AL N246PL Minor substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing which resulted in an overrun and subsequent on ground collision with a fence.
Dec 21, 2005 North Lima, OH N761WY Incident substantial The pilot not maintaining airspeed and directional control during the landing. Factors were the snow covered soft terrain the airplane nosed over on.
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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