New York Air National Guard Suspends Search for MQ-9 Debris Along Lake Ontario Shore Line

Syracuse (WSYR-TV) -- The 174th Attack Wing has suspended the ground search for MQ-9 reaper drone debris, after the aircraft crashed into Lake Ontario on Nov. 12 during a routine training mission.

U.S. Navy experts arrived at the Oswego Coast Guard Station on Wednesday, Nov. 20 to prepare for search and recovery efforts that may use Navy salvage divers to retrieve the MQ-9 wreckage.

The Air Force Accident Investigation Board continues to investigate the incident.

The MQ-9 aircraft debris does not contain hazardous materials but officials say any material found should be handled with caution.

The 174th Attack Wing is asking that if people find any aircraft debris that they call the wing's Emergency Operations Center at 315-233-2257 or 2258.

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