Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E16-0
Type
single-use
Date code
A 04 15 13
Failure date
Dec 11, 2021
Location
Gunter, TX (north Dallas)
Temperature
50 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Comments
Ignition looked good. CATO happened about 15-20 ft in air under booster burn. All remaining propellant ejected forward in noticeable fireball. Inside of casing quite clean after event. Nozzle throat also larger after burn.
Status
pending