Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
C6-5
Type
single-use
Date code
6Y9
Failure date
Nov 19, 2022
Location
Amesbury MA
Temperature
40 ℉
Ejection end blown out
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Comments
Ejection charge blown out at launch. See photo. This motor was 28 years old! I was not the original purchaser. Who knows how it had been stored over the years. Perhaps failure due to thermal stress? The rocket was recovered and flew successfully a few minutes later, using a newer motor.
Photos
cato.jpg
Status
pending