Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
H135W-14A
Type
single-use
Date code
112123
Failure date
Oct 12, 2024
Location
Hearne, Texas
Temperature
77 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Other failure
description
Entire motor blew out the back end stripping Aeropack retainer from motor tube. Forward motor tube centering ring blown clear of rocket separating recovery gear and payload bay from airframe.
Reported to mfr.
Comments
Rocket got up maybe 50 to 100 feet (planned apogee was 3800 feet) before motor blew out of rocket. A witness said the motor spun off burning into a field, but I did not catch that. Neither the motor or Aeropack retainer were found.
Status
pending