Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Estes Industries
Designation
E9-4
Type
single-use
Date code
A 03 11 134
Failure date
Jan 20, 2018
Location
Gunter, TX
Temperature
50 ℉
Nozzle blown out
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
description
Complete ejection of all motor contents. Ended up with a completely empty casing.
Comments
Failure was prior to rocket leaving the launch rod, but after movement started.
Status
accepted