Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-4
Type
single-use
Date code
03 30 17
Failure date
Sep 9, 2018
Location
Irwindale, CA 91706
Temperature
90 ℉
description
Nozzle issue. A small piece of clay came out, causing a deviation on the burning gases, flight was very unstable, and rocket flipped to the side once it left the launch rod. Rocket crashed.
Comments
Failure started on ignition.
Status
accepted