Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
J540-14
Type
reload
Date code
05272010
Failure date
Feb 25, 2023
Location
Seymour, TX (Tripoli North Texas site)
Temperature
34 ℉
Casing Burned through
location
burn through forward closure
Have more motors
Comments
Takeoff of an Apogee Katana on a J540 for a SLI launch was initially normal. At about 350 feet, flames from the motor separated the booster from the E-bay, destroying the booster. E-bay survived without damage, and deployed the main parachute for a safe recovery. Drogue parachute was destroyed, and booster fell freely.
Photos
forward_closure[1].jpg
Status
pending