Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-6
Type
single-use
Date code
K 20 03 21
Failure date
Apr 27, 2024
Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Temperature
78 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Comments
Motor failure about 30 feet from ground, burning grain ejected thru side of rocket above motor mount with loud "pop". Had a pack of three, first motor malfunctioned similar with no damage to rocket, second motor worked properly, this was the third motor from same pack. All same date code.
Status
pending