Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-4
Type
single-use
Date code
A 07 14 17
Failure date
Aug 20, 2022
Location
Republic, MO
Temperature
89 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Other failure
description
Complete explosion approx 25ft above launch rod.
Comments
The motor ignited normally, rocket lifted off the pad, and attained approx 25ft when there rocket exploded into several pieces. Looking at the engine, it appears the contents of engine ignited and the blast charge immediately blew. The rocket Estes V-2 3228 was completely destroyed.
Status
pending