Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
a 01 12 16
Failure date
Mar 24, 2019
Location
Palm Bay, FL
Temperature
75 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
The motor ignited, and just as the rocket cleared the launch rod, the rocket exploded and a ball of flame soared into the air and extinguished itself just befor it hit the ground. The rocket, a scratch built foam cup rocket was destroyed.
Status
accepted