Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
I180W
Type
reload
Date code
11011604
Failure date
Nov 8, 2025
Location
Lucerne Valley, CA (ROC)
Temperature
75 ℉
Casing Burned through
location
just above rear closure
Comments
I180W was in the center motor mount of a LOC Ultimate, with six Estes 29mm F15-0's as outboards (which were set to airstart at I180W burnout + 1.5 secs using an Eggtimer Proton altimeter). I180W burned through almost immediately after ignition, the rocket pinwheeled at approx. 100' altitude as the flame exiting the I180 lit two adjacent F15's. Surprisingly, the rocket sustained little damage except for the burnthrough of the protruding part of the center motor mount tube. I searched my email and could not find the date of purchase... pretty sure it's a few years old, so no warranty claim.
Photos
cato 180W.jpg
Status
pending