Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
1/2A3-2T
Type
single-use
Date code
A060704
Failure date
Aug 30, 2026
Location
Irwindale CA
Temperature
88 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
At ignition, the nozzle popped out. Motor contents burned with no thrust and the ejection charge vented out the bottom of the casing since the nozzle was gone. Clay ejection charge cap was retained.
Status
pending