Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-6
Type
single-use
Date code
A-08-18-11
Location
Mt Airy, MD
Temperature
45 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
description
Case is remarkably clean. Propellant grain blew straight through body tube and up about 20 feet and completely burnd up.
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Comments
Rocket never cleared pad. Almost instant, as soon as it ignited it blew.
Status
accepted