Malfunctioning Engine Statistical Survey
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Manufacturer
Cesaroni Technology
Designation
J240
Type
reload
Failure date
Feb 19, 2022
Location
Central Florida
Temperature
75 ℉
Casing Burned through
location
Aft o-ring.
Reported to mfr.
Have more motors
Comments
Burn through occurred at less than 1,000 feet. The rocket continued to rise in an odd corkscrew fashion to about 60% of expected altitude with reduced power because of the second 'nozzle'. Apogee and the drogue ejection charge fired while still under limited power.
Photos
IMG_0085.jpg
Status
pending