Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
A 09 15 14
Failure date
Sep 9, 2018
Location
Irwindale CA
Temperature
85 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Reported to mfr.
Comments
Failure occurred well after the model cleared the launch rod, about +1.0 sec after ignition.
Status
accepted