Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
I280DM-14A (DMS)
Type
single-use
Date code
100783
Failure date
May 25, 2014
Location
Muskegon, MI (NSL)
Temperature
70 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Comments
Shortly after airstart ignition (<1 second) the motor was ejected from the outboard pod, bending a steel washer in the process. The motor pinwheeled to the ground, and was clearly seen (and filmed) throwing sparks from both ends on the way down. The motor was recovered, and the forward ejection module (yellow) was missing, leaving a large hole.
Status
accepted