Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E16-6
Type
single-use
Date code
A 04 15 13
Failure date
Feb 11, 2016
Location
Kent, Washington
Temperature
46 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Have more motors
Comments
Failure was almost instantaneous. Propellant went up through the rocket and blew out baffle, then unraveled a good chunk of the body above the baffle. Motor was retained (Estes 29mm motor retainer). Very spectacular, but not all that much fun..... Will report to Estes later today or tomorrow.
Status
accepted