Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-8
Type
single-use
Date code
A 05 15 12
Failure date
Apr 15, 2017
Location
Berwick Maine
Temperature
65 ℉
Other failure
description
I'm not sure exactly what happened. It looked like a small explosion similar to fireworks. I have photos that I could send via email if that would help.
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Comments
Happened almost instantaneously. The rocket was off the rail for maybe 1.5 seconds when the failure occurred.
Status
accepted