Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
F50-6T
Type
single-use
Date code
10131104
Failure date
Mar 28, 2014
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Temperature
39 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Casing split
Have more motors
Comments
Igniter lit and motor was coming up to pressure when the failure occurred. Rocket moved no more than 6 inches on the launch rod. Thankfully, the rocket is still intact.
Status
accepted