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Old October 2nd 16, 08:20 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Remote thermal detection

Weather radar can see insects in thermals, if adjusted for weak echos. No need to carry radar on board, just form a composite image from ground based radars and link image data to cockpit. Technology exists already.