Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-6
Type
single-use
Date code
09 04 12
Failure date
Aug 6, 2015
Location
Sacramento, CA
Temperature
85 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
The motor failed immediately at ignition. The propellant ejected though burned for about a second. Some along the ground where the nozzle blew out, some through the tube of the rocket and out the top in a spectacular fireball with the delay. I have photographs of the plate, burnt field and spent motor casing.
Status
accepted