Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Quest Aerospace
Designation
D20-6W
Type
single-use
Date code
012921-01
Failure date
May 17, 2024
Location
Elizabeth City, NC
Temperature
70 ℉
Casing Burned through
location
hole near the nozzle
Other failure
description
The motor was in an Estes NASA SLS rocket. One of the plastic fins was melted and a plastic nozzle was melted.
Comments
Failure occurred right after ignition.
Photos
DSC05859a.jpg
Status
pending