Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
F50-6T
Type
single-use
Date code
101495
Failure date
Apr 30, 2016
Location
Berwick, ME
Temperature
55 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Casing split
Reported to mfr.
Comments
Motor did not burn. As soon as the igniter lit, it popped and the nose cone blew off. The chute and shock cord remained in the rocket and the rocket did not leave the pad.
Status
accepted