Unmanned aircraft crashes in Paktika Province

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

04.21.2009

Courtesy Story

U.S. Forces Afghanistan

KABUL, Afghanistan — A Predator unmanned aerial vehicle crashed early this morning in a rural area near Orun District, Paktika province. The UAV, a medium-altitude, remotely-piloted aircraft, was on a routine mission when it went down.

There were no casualties, and no damage to structures on the ground. Enemy activity was not involved.

The incident is under investigation.

• Date Taken: 04.21.2009
• Date Posted: 04.21.2009 12:28
• Story ID: 32663
• Location: KABUL, AF