Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
D12-5
Type
single-use
Date code
16 A 8
Failure date
Nov 5, 2016
Location
Amesbury, MA
Temperature
50 ℉
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
First of 2 failed motors flown in LOC Viper III. Both motors burned through motor tubes. Both failed at same time, just after model cleared the rail.
Status
accepted