Predator crashes in southern Afghanistan Published Jan. 15, 2010 SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFNS) -- An Air Force MQ-1 Predator crashed in southern Afghanistan about 1 a.m. Kabul time Jan. 15. The crash was not caused by enemy fire. The crash site was secured and there were no civilian injuries or damage to civilian property. The MQ-1 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance, remotely piloted aircraft. The primary mission of the aircraft is conducting armed reconnaissance. The crash is being investigated.