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Re:Heathrow installs anti-drone system that can locate UAV p... by codyogden on Friday January 17, 2020 @11:43PM (#22082323)
> drone-catching eagles? Is that for real?

Yes. It's definitely for real. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5DEg2qZzkU

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Re:Heathrow installs anti-drone system that can locate UAV p... by hackcasual on Saturday January 18, 2020 @02:38AM (#22083003)
The Dutch retired their drone eagles. They're not used very often and the upkeep is quite extensive
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Re:Heathrow installs anti-drone system that can locate UAV p... by mongol on Saturday January 18, 2020 @12:50AM (#22082610)
That is amazing. I don't understand how they can not be hurt by the rotors though.
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Re:Heathrow installs anti-drone system that can locate UAV p... by TkTech on Saturday January 18, 2020 @01:19AM (#22082716)
These aren't gas powered or industrial drones, they're used against things like the DJI Phantom. The Eagle's claws are far, far stronger then the blades and the low torq.

They can also be given titanium talons like police dogs, if it becomes necessary.

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Re:Heathrow installs anti-drone system that can locate UAV p... by jsjohnst on Saturday January 18, 2020 @12:29PM (#22085663)
I’ve been hit by the blade of a DJI Phantom before on the arm. It didn’t break the skin or cause bleeding, but did leave a welt (and was obviously a bit painful).
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