Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
C6-5
Type
single-use
Date code
A011216
Failure date
Sep 2, 2017
Location
Harrison, ME
Temperature
70 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Estes Der Red Max cleared the pad to about 20 feet before cato. Rear centering ring was blown free, forward centering intact. No sign of motor casing or motor mount tube. Fireball melted the parachute as it exited the front of the rocket.
Status
accepted