Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAS experienced engine failure and crashed in a field near Pendleton, Oregon
[MALFUNCTION]Mar 10, 2026 · Insitu · ScanEagle · Colombia
Failure Mode
MALFUNCTION
Event Date
Mar 10, 2026
Primary Entity
Insitu
Robotic Platform
ScanEagle
Jurisdiction / Location
Colombia
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On March 10, 2026, a Boeing Insitu MQ-27 ScanEagle (registration N257SE) experienced engine issues during a test flight from the Pendleton UAS Range in Oregon and crashed in a field. No injuries or fatalities were reported. The FAA recorded the incident in its accident database.
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Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/567838
https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/567838
- Inspect Filing
https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/community_engagement/uas_incident_reports
https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/community_engagement/uas_incident_reports
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAS experienced engine failure and crashed in a field near Pendleton, Oregon?
On March 10, 2026, a Boeing Insitu MQ-27 ScanEagle (registration N257SE) experienced engine issues during a test flight from the Pendleton UAS Range in Oregon and crashed in a field. No injuries or fatalities were reported. The FAA recorded the incident in its accident database.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on March 10, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAS experienced engine failure and crashed in a field near Pendleton, Oregon?
ScanEagle by Insitu is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Colombia.
Has anyone responded to Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAS experienced engine failure and crashed in a field near Pendleton, Oregon?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Boeing Insitu ScanEagle UAS experienced engine failure and crashed in a field near Pendleton, Oregon?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.