# Cessna 421A - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2076012 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 421A - Aircraft type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engines: 2 - Seats: 7 - Data sheet: TCDS A7CE - Registered aircraft: 20 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023 - [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2018-03-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-03-03-R1): Fuselage · Textron 401, 401A, 401B and 13 more. Effective May 23, 2018 - [AD 2016-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-17-08): Elevator Tab Control System · Textron 310, 310A, 310B and 46 more. Effective Sep 12, 2016 - [AD 2014-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-03-03): Placards and Markings · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 37 more. Effective Apr 7, 2014 - [AD 2005-20-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-20-25): Avionics bus circuit breaker switches · Cessna 401, 401A, 401B and 15 more. Effective Nov 9, 2005 - [AD 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 2005 - [AD 2004-25-16 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-25-16-R1): Fuel regulator shutoff valve · Bombardier CL-215-1A10, CL-215-6B11 (CL-215T Variant), CL-215-6B11 (CL-415 Variant) and 64 more. Effective Jun 20, 2005 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2004-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-21-05): B-Seires Combustion Heaters · Bombardier CL-215-1A10, CL-215-6B11 (CL-215T Variant), CL-215-6B11 (CL-415 Variant) and 41 more. Effective Nov 19, 2004 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [AD 2000-01-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-01-16): Exhaust System · Cessna 320, 320-1, 320A and 28 more. Effective Feb 15, 2000 - [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998 - [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998 - [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 92-16-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-16-18): Passenger Seat Reinforcement · Cessna 401, 402, 402A and 9 more. Effective Sep 10, 1992 - [AD 90-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-13): Main Landing Gear · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 40 more. Effective Feb 5, 1990 - [AD 87-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-21-02-R1): Fuel Filler Openings · Cessna 310D, 310E, 310F and 41 more. Effective Jun 16, 1989 - [AD 76-08-02 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-08-02-R2): Wing Tip Nose Cap · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 41 more. Effective Jan 31, 1983 - [AD 72-14-08 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-14-08-R1): Flexible Hose Assemblies · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 33 more. Effective Sep 4, 1981 - [AD 78-13-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-13-05): Improperly Installed Seats · Cessna 340, 340A, 402B and 7 more. Effective Jul 5, 1978 - [AD 73-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-22-01): Fuel In Wing Leading Edge · Cessna 340, 401, 401A and 11 more. Effective May 29, 1978 - [AD 76-13-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-13-07): Fork Bolts · Cessna 401, 401A, 401B and 11 more. Effective Jul 7, 1976 - [AD 72-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-11-05): Auxiliary Fuel Cell Leaks · Cessna 411, 411A, 421 and 3 more. Effective Jun 2, 1972 - [AD 72-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-03-07): Landing Gear Failure · Cessna 310, 310A, 310B and 30 more. Effective Feb 9, 1972 - [AD 72-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-02-01): Propeller Attachment Nuts · Cessna 411, 411A, 421 and 2 more. Effective Jan 18, 1972 - [AD 69-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-14-01): Fuel Starvation · Cessna 310G, 310H, 310I and 22 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 2018-03-03, AD 2016-07-24, AD 75-23-08 R5 ## NTSB investigations (38, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN14CA310](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14CA310), May 24, 2014: Cessna 421A (N936U), Dallas, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The improper rigging of the landing gear by maintenance personnel, which resulted in the landing gear collapse. - [NTSB WPR13LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA214), May 1, 2013: Cessna 421A (N216WA), Oakland, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the left main landing gear pivot bolt in overstress during landing. - [NTSB CEN10FA382](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10FA382), Jul 11, 2010: Cessna 421 (N88DF), Tulsa, OK, substantial damage, 3 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and management in-flight, which resulted in total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s use of… - [NTSB MIA00LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA225), Jul 25, 2000: Cessna 421A (N1477D), Homewood, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The inadequate installation of the right propeller by the mechanic for his failure to properly torque the eight nuts resulting in fatigue failure of the studs and separation of the right propeller… - [NTSB CHI98LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA032), Nov 7, 1997: Cessna 421A (N2957Q), Tomahawk, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: the elevator trim tab bolt backed out, allowing the trim tab to flutter, and destroy the elevator. The factors involved were improper annual inspection by the maintenance personnel, and the… - [NTSB LAX95FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95FA029), Nov 1, 1994: Cessna 421A (N421WB), Sparks, NV, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF THE FUEL SELECTOR AND SUBSEQUENT FUEL STARVATION. - [NTSB NYC94LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC94LA084), May 3, 1994: Cessna 421A (N2211W), Richlands, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE HARD LANDING, AS A RESULT OF THE PILOT'S MISJUDGED RATE OF DESCENT. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LIMITED EXPERIENCE IN THIS MAKE AND MODEL AIRPLANE. - [NTSB MIA93RA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93RA146), Jun 19, 1993: Cessna 421A (N421RK), Aruba, Aruba - [NTSB LAX89FA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA030), Nov 2, 1988: Cessna 421A (N3385Q), Cabazon, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S POOR DECISION AND MISJUDGEMENT OF DISTANCE. THE SEPARATION OF THE CYLINDER, FAILURE OF THE PROPELLER TO FEATHER, AND IMPACT WITH WIRES AND A RESIDENCE WERE FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT. - [NTSB MIA88RA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA88RA139), Apr 4, 1988: Cessna 421A (N42A), Freeport, Bahamas, 5 fatal All 38: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (57, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20140524020129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140524020129A), May 24, 2014: Cessna 421A (N936U), Dallas, TX, Substantial damage. The ATP rated pilot and his three passengers taxied from parking at Dallas executive airport (rdb) on AN14 CFR part 91, IFR clearance to the assigned runway,… - [Accident 20130501006279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130501006279A), May 1, 2013: Cessna 421A (N216WA), Oakland, CA, Substantial damage. Cessna N216WA s/n 421A-0032. PIC - [privacy data omitted]. The airman reported the intended flight was to maintain IFR currency. Aircraft owner [privacy data… - [Accident 20100710037579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100710037579A), Jul 10, 2010: Cessna 421A (N88DF), Tulsa, OK, Destroyed, 3 fatal. Aircraft was on approach for rvs then asked to land tul during the approach for runway 18 at tul pilot reported to the tower (we have exhausted our fuel)… - [Incident 20090809022479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090809022479I), Aug 9, 2009: Cessna 421A (N3200Q), Houston, TX, Minor damage. While landing on runway 33 at West Houston Airport (iws) a Cessna 421A hit hard on the right main landing gear. The impact caused the right hand main gear… - [Incident 20080328014519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080328014519I), Mar 28, 2008: Cessna 421A (N421BF), Lonoke, AR, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot stated on Friday March 28, 2008 at about 11:30 am during a maintenance flight of Cessna N421BF, a Cessna 421, operated out of Lonoke, AR, he… - [Incident 20060620015239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060620015239I), Jun 20, 2006: Cessna 421A (N216WA), Columbus, OH, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft N216WA was cleared to land on runway 28L at cmh. On landing rollout, PIC stated the left wing started to settle and dip. The left main gear… - [Incident 20060331005889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060331005889I), Mar 31, 2006: Cessna 421A (N849JB), Punta Gorda, FL, Minor damage. (-23) On March 31, 2006, at 1030 EST, a Cessna 421, N849JB, operating on a personal flight, encountered a right main landing gear malfunction during taxiing at… - [Incident 20050113000759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050113000759I), Jan 13, 2005: Cessna 421A (N2221Q), Columbia, SC. (-23) Aircraft landed long with tail winds. The aircraft veered to the left and went off of the runway. Right brake system failed due to fluid leak. - [Incident 20030801018269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030801018269I), Aug 1, 2003: Cessna 421A (N2989Q), St Petersburg, FL, Minor damage. (-23) On August 1, 2003, at 1150 EDT, a Cessna 421A, N2898Q, registered to g-money air inc., the right main gear collapsed on landing, at Albert Whitted… - [Incident 20030704014529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030704014529I), Jul 4, 2003: Cessna 421A (N421RU), Tyler, TX, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot made a normal landing at Tyler airport, Tyler, Texas. During rollout pilot stated left main gear collapsed causing damage to left flap area, left… All 57: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 20, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a/aircraft - ads: 31, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a/ads - incidents: 57, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-421a/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.