Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
08 18 11
Failure date
Dec 10, 2017
Location
60 Acres Park - Redmond, WA
Temperature
42 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
This was a very violent CATO captured on video. Based on SloMo video, motor ignited normally, rocket moved approximately 2 feet up mini rail and then motor failed.
Status
accepted