Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
F15-6
Type
single-use
Date code
2G22521000
Failure date
Sep 12, 2026
Location
Geneseo, NY
Temperature
80 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Other failure
description
Staging failure.
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
Staging failure. During dual stage launch, rocket launched normally on an F15-0. During flight, when transitioning to the F15-6 second stage, the engine appeared to ignite and explode immediately, destroying rocket. The engines cardboard casing is intact but completely hollow. Propellant appears to have separated from the casing and ejected.
Photos
IMG_2364.jpeg
Status
pending