Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
A3-4T
Type
single-use
Failure date
Jul 4, 2022
Location
Florence, MA
Temperature
80 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Comments
Rocket got about 6' off the pad when the nose blew off and thrust started coming out both ends of the body tube. Rocket arched with about a 25' apogee. Casing is intact, but the inside of the body tube has been charred, blistered, and heat distorted.
Status
pending