Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-8
Type
single-use
Date code
It was a motor not a
Failure date
May 27, 2017
Location
Mansfield, WA
Temperature
80 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Comments
1.5 - 2 seconds into the burn, the fwd closure failed resulting in fire coming out of both ends for another second or so. The rear nozzle appeared to continue with significant thrust.
Status
accepted