Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
M.E.S.S.

Search Result

Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Failure date
Aug 12, 2017
Location
Great Meadows, Northern Virginia
Temperature
85 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Have more motors
Comments
The nozzle blew out immediately on ignition and the propellant burned out on the launch pad. The delay burned and the ejection charge blew out the bottom of the engine and the top cap remained in the engine.
Status
accepted