Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
AeroTech
Designation
M1350
Type
single-use
Failure date
Aug 11, 2018
Location
Lucerne Valley, CA
Temperature
90 ℉
Ejection end blown out
Burning propellant ejected
Casing Burned through
location
Forward Closure
Other failure
description
Forward Closure Attachment to casing failed immediately at motor ignition. The forward aluminum closure was epoxied to the case per the manufacturers instructions using the manufacturer's supplied epoxy.
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Comments
Motor failed immediately at ignition. The propellant remained in the motor while the forward closure attachment to the body was ejected through the rocket.
Status
accepted