Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
A 1 12 16
Failure date
Sep 15, 2018
Location
Amesbury Ma.
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Comments
Estes E 9 4 BP motor. motor was one of three motors from the same package used in a cluster flight (Fliskits Richter Recker). At launch all three motors lit, and burned for approximately .5 seconds propelling the rocket about 35ft off the pad. At this point the motor in question spit the nozzle and knocked the rocket unstable.
Status
accepted