Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
A8-3
Type
single-use
Date code
27V5
Failure date
Mar 28, 2015
Location
Otsego, MN
Temperature
40 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Ignited using Estes ignitor and plug. The rocket had just cleared the launch rod when the engine blew the forward closure. It blew with so much force that the metal engine retainer was pulled completely from the rocket as the motor left the rocket. The rocket landed less than three feet from the pad. The engine was laying right below the pad.
Status
accepted