Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
A10-0T
Type
single-use
Date code
6 A 6
Failure date
Jun 14, 2020
Location
Redond, Washington
Temperature
60 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Comments
Almost, but not quite, instantaneous failure. The model managed to get off the rod and ~15 feet into the air before the explosion. Fortunately the CATO lit the sustainer, which then completed flight normally.
Status
pending