Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
D12-5
Type
single-use
Date code
0J1 24 276 00
Failure date
Feb 8, 2025
Location
Potter NY USA
Temperature
30 ℉
Other failure
description
After ignition there was a loud bang. The nose cone and streamer went in the air, but the rocket remained on the pad. The fin can was blown out the side and the Estes motor retainer ring bottom was blown off. The motor casing was nowhere to be found.
Reported to mfr.
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Comments
It happened before the rocket cleared the launch rod. Prior to use the motor was stored at a pretty constant temperature of 55-60 F.
Photos
fin can.jpg
Status
pending