Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
F15-8
Type
single-use
Date code
A 09 04 12
Failure date
Dec 31, 2016
Location
Midland, NC
Temperature
50 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
After ignition, model rose 3 inches up the launch rod when the engine blew. It damaged the nosecone, blew off the rear launch lug, destroyed the chute, the chute lines and shock cord of my scratch built 1:150 Virginia Class Fast Attack Submarine.
Status
accepted