Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
I140W14A
Type
single-use
Date code
113103
Failure date
Sep 27, 2014
Location
Gunther, TX
Temperature
87 ℉
Other failure
description
Thrust ring separation at ignition resulting in motor fly-through and departure from rocket with unstable motor case impacting and damaging a vehicle in the parking area.
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Comments
Failure occurred at ignition. Thrust ring appeared secure before flight, no CA or tape used.
Status
accepted