Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
F15-0
Type
single-use
Date code
A 02 24 18
Failure date
Jan 18, 2020
Location
Palm Bay, Florida
Temperature
75 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Other failure
description
Upon ignition, nozzle was ejected, propellant was ejected, rocket was shoved down the rod.
Comments
The rocket, Turbo Vortico, upon ignition, nozzle and propellant were immediately ejected. The rocket was thrust down the rod, but had no damage to it.
Status
pending