Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
D12-3
Type
single-use
Date code
E22 0522
Failure date
Mar 15, 2025
Location
Gunter, TX
Temperature
70 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Have more motors
Comments
Entire contents of motor casing ejected immediately after ignitor. Rocket never left pad. Set top of (cardboard) booster tube on fire. Two other D12-3 motors failed same date, similar failure mode.
Status
pending