An MQ-1 Predator unmanned aerial vehicle similar to this one crashed southeast of Baghdad Jan. 17.The crash site is an unpopulated area and no collateral damage or injuries occurred. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kerry Solan-Johnson).

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MQ-1 Predator unmanned aerial vehicle crashes

Published Jan. 17, 2007

SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFNEWS) -- A U.S. Central Command Air Forces MQ-1 Predator unmanned aerial vehicle crashed five miles southeast of Baghdad International Airport Jan. 17 at approximately 11:35 p.m. local Baghdad time. The crash site is an unpopulated area and no collateral damage or injuries occurred.

The aircraft is a medium-altitude long-endurance, remotely piloted aircraft. The MQ-1's primary mission is conducting armed reconnaissance.

The crash does not appear to be from hostile activity. A board will be convened to investigate the incident.

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