Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
F16-5
Type
single-use
Date code
2 G 2 25 210 00
Failure date
Apr 19, 2026
Location
Lucerne Valley, CA
Temperature
70 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
This engine failed immediately on the pad. The second motor in the pack worked fine.
Photos
cato.jpg
Status
pending