Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-6
Type
single-use
Date code
09 04 12
Failure date
Nov 28, 2015
Location
Midland, NC
Temperature
70 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Other failure
description
Complete destruction of the Sprint XL that it was in, I have photos if you like.
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
Engine failed almost instantly, failed at initial pressurization. Purchased from Ken Allen of Performance Hobbies on site at NAR 608's November launch. Ken says it was fresh Estes stock to him a few weeks before.
Status
accepted