MQ-9 Takes Flight Over Central New York A remotely piloted MQ-9 Reaper operated by the New York Air National Guard’s 174th Attack Wing flies a routine training mission over Central New York on October 23, 2016. The California Air National Guard has been using MQ-9s as an eye-in-the-sky to help firefighters focus their efforts in fighting the massive Thomas Fire. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.31 MB) Credit: Master Sgt. Eric Miller VIRIN: 161023-Z-QU230-001.JPG Photo Gallery