Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
G40-7
Type
single-use
Date code
5211207
Failure date
Mar 21, 2016
Location
Frisco, TX
Temperature
70 ℉
Casing split
Reported to mfr.
Comments
Single use plastic casing failed at ignition. Failed at the delay/ejection charge end. Model was undamaged as it stayed on the rod. Ejection charge burned deplying the parachute. Motor was relabeled as an Estes Pro Series II G40-7. Estes has replaced the motor with a different lot number.
Status
accepted