Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-6
Type
single-use
Date code
06 28 11
Failure date
Jan 17, 2016
Location
Frisco, TX
Temperature
45 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Motor installed in an Estes Super Neon XL experiences a Catastrophic failure just after leaving the launch rod. 1st motor attempted from a 3 pack - still have the other 2. Also have a similar failure on an E9-4 in another rocket just after this failure. Failure caught in a hi-res digital photo. Please email if the photo would be helpful for review.
Status
accepted