Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-6
Type
single-use
Date code
01 04 13
Failure date
May 9, 2015
Location
Spokane WA
Temperature
72 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Comments
two out three motors from this pack failed. CATO report filed on other motor earlier. Motor was installed as a cluster, one motor failed, one motor was fine. Both motors ignited, one of the motors CATO'd just as rocket was clearing the rod.
Status
accepted