Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
d15-5
Type
single-use
Date code
28z2
Failure date
Apr 9, 2022
Location
Gunter Texas
Temperature
60 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Motor ejected to the rear past the retaining hook and slammed into the blast deflector so hard it dented in the motor casing. rocket landed 20 ft away, recovery wadding protected the parachute. motor mount tube was damaged as well as airframe and lost fins
Photos
20220410_161831.jpg
Status
pending