Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-6
Type
single-use
Date code
09 04 12
Failure date
Mar 21, 2015
Location
Rio Grande, OH
Temperature
55 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Two E9-6's from the same pack were placed into an Estes Optima clone with a twin engine mount. Both ignited and rocket had just cleared the rod when the one CATO'ed (other operated normally). Motor blew into rocket body, which split as it pinwheeled to the ground.
Status
accepted