Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
M.E.S.S.

Search Result

Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
A062811
Failure date
Mar 19, 2016
Location
Dayton, WA
Temperature
58 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Have more motors
Comments
Approximately 2 seconds after ignition, the motor experienced a CATO. Both ends of the motor caps were blown out - rocket was about 10' off the pad. This is the third or fourth CATO from Estes E9-4 motors.
Status
accepted