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Item #: SCP-XXXX

Object Class: Euclid

Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXXX is to be contained at Site-XX within an on-site hangar. SCP-XXXX may be moved from its hangar to the on-site flightline for special maintenance or for flight operation. A minimum of 5 armed security personnel must be present at all times with SCP-XXXX, with at least 1 member of said security detail in possession of a remote killswitch. Additionally, a portable surface to air missile launcher must be accessible on-site at all times for use by security personnel in the event SCP-XXXX attempts to leave Site-XX without clearance or deviates from mission course. Site perimeter stationary anti-air systems are to be maintained for high-altitude engagement of SCP-XXXX.

A team of qualified Foundation maintainers possessing a Clearance Level 3 or higher will be the only personnel cleared to perform any sort of maintenance on SCP-XXXX. Due to SCP-XXXX's observed behavior, new maintenance personnel may be removed from the maintenance team if SCP-XXXX shows hostility towards said technician. As such, it is recommended that only personnel whom SCP-XXXX is known to interact positively towards are allowed to perform maintenance on SCP-XXXX to avoid unnecessary risk.

Description: SCP-XXXX is an MQ-9 Reaper hunter-killer UAV produced by General Atomics. SCP-XXXX was actively flown as part of the United States Air Force until the (apparent) development of its anomalous properties and subsequent Foundation recovery on 08/16/20██. At the time of the Foundation's recovery, SCP-XXXX had flown ██ sorties from multiple stateside and deployed locations, ranging from reconnaissance to combat missions.

SCP-XXXX possesses no physical anomalous properties, making it indistinguishable from other standard MQ-9 aircraft. The airframe has no outer markings, insignia, or symbols of interest aside from squadron and aircraft identification present on all other aircraft of its kind. SCP-XXXX's anomalous properties are made apparent by its ability to operate entirely autonomously. Onboard avionics and communications systems, weapons systems, engine operation, and flight control operation are all able to be autonomously controlled by SCP-XXXX without any sort of link to a remote control station or testing apparatus, as is required with aircraft of its model. SCP-XXXX's MTS1, a camera apparatus with a 360° range of motion, is also controlled by the anomalous intelligence, and is used as SCP-XXXX's sole means of visual sensory. Cameras present on the nose of the aircraft are operational, however they appear to be rarely used due to its stationary position, apart from during flight operation.

Currently, the mode of operation of SCP-XXXX's autonomous operation and apparent "intelligence" are not understood. Research and testing conducted have found that SCP-XXXX is able to hear and understand basic audio commands despite there being no type of audio reception equipment found on SCP-XXXX. Additional behavioral observations have noted a distinct personality to the entity's intelligence, with multiple researchers independently relating it to that of a typical household dog. This behavior is emphasized by an enthusiasm to follow orders and an almost "playful" demeanor (shown by moving its MTS ball and flight controls to display "emotion"). SCP-XXXX is generally "nice" to most Foundation personnel, however it will show contempt or hostility towards certain personnel. An abridged report highlighting unique behavior can be read below.

SCP-XXXX was brought to the Foundation's attention when the entity unexpectedly powered on at [REDACTED] Air Force Base. SCP-XXXX attempted to escape the hangar despite the hangar doors being closed. Initial Foundation investigation of SCP-XXXX's maintenance documentation bore no indication of any changes that would warrant the development of its anomalous abilities. However, during initial inspection of SCP-XXXX's avionics system, multiple integral control modules were found bearing Avelar Professional Products, Inc. logos, with the main item of interest being the aircraft's [REDACTED] component. Said component had a sticker including a serial number as well as a part description that read "Developmental Helper AI," with the word "FAILED" stamped on it twice, adjacent to one another. Removal of part was unsuccessful due to SCP-XXXX's unwillingness to allow parts be removed off it, resulting in SCP-XXXX starting its engine and attempting to flee. However, serial tracking of the component found it was acquired by the United States Air Force sometime between 04/11/20██ and 04/30/20██. Whether or not this specific component was installed on purpose is unknown - further investigation is pending.