Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-8
Type
single-use
Date code
08 18 11
Failure date
May 18, 2024
Location
Champaign Illinois
Temperature
85 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Comments
Burning propellant completely destroyed rocket. Cato happened after fuel burned to wall from center at nozzle. Motor was second stage after E12-0. 3 pack of motors, one left, one flew successfully, this one CATOed.
Status
pending