Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Cesaroni Technology
Designation
K360WH
Type
reload
Date code
30JUN2020
Failure date
Jan 28, 2023
Location
Aerial Acres (MDARS)
Temperature
64 ℉
Casing Burned through
location
Aft Closure
Reported to mfr.
Comments
The motor seemed to function properly for the majority of the flight as the rocket ascended straight up. Near apogee, some flight fluctuation occurred. There was virtually no wind. I went to retrieve the rocket and noticed damage to my tail-cone retainer. There was a large hole. The failure occurred at the aft closure of the motor. The failure burned through the case, part of the stainless rear closure, the fiberglass motor tube, and the aluminum Aeropack tail-cone retainer. The motor was used in the CTI Pro-54 3G case. No spacers were used.
Photos
IMG_1916.JPEG
Status
pending