Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E12-6
Type
single-use
Date code
J221022
Failure date
Feb 4, 2023
Location
Cleves Ohio 45002
Temperature
34 ℉
Other failure
description
Complete detonation of motor 20 feet off of launch rod.
Comments
Estes kit 7240 left the launch pad and about 20 feet off the pad a very loud report was experienced. It sounded like a gunshot. The Estes E12-6 motor completely destroyed the rocket forward of the boattail. A silver burn mark completely encompassed the side of the rocket as well as areas of burnt paint.
Status
pending