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February 25, 2026
Russians develop system to prevent bird strikes: Covers a 10-kilometer radius, and here's how it works
Russian state corporation Rostec has developed an automated system to prevent aircraft bird strikes, which can save companies up to a billion dollars annually.

TL;DR
- Rostec has developed an automated bird strike prevention system called ORNI.
- Bird strikes cause an estimated $1 billion in damage globally each year.
- The ORNI system monitors up to 100 birds within a 10 km radius.
- It automatically controls bird deterrents and displays information in real-time on a digital map.
- The system has been successfully tested at Pulkovo Airport.
- ORNI operates continuously in all weather conditions and does not affect airport radio equipment.
- Rostec specializes in high-tech products for defense, aviation, energy, and industrial sectors.
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