Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Quest Aerospace
Designation
D16-4
Type
single-use
Date code
020422-01
Failure date
Jan 14, 2024
Location
Roseburg, OR
Temperature
50 ℉
Other failure
description
4 rapid chuffs, very light (4oz) rocket moved up rod each time. Finally lit, rocket did some skywriting, then took off at 45deg angle for a very slow low altitude (maybe 50ft) arc. Lawn darted before ejection. Portion of one side of nozzle eroded. Very dangerous!
Photos
D16FJnozzle.jpg
Status
pending