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They have transponders that transmit their identity and location on the most modern, but those depend on being active (for some reason the one in the F-35 was n

by _djo_ 3y ago

They have transponders that transmit their identity and location on the most modern, but those depend on being active (for some reason the one in the F-35 was not) and on there being receivers nearby to pick them up. At lower altitudes in remote locations coverage is spotty. So it's not a guarantee.

mortureb 3y ago
Why would an AirTag not work in this scenario? I’m guessing it would be a security risk?
- _djo_ 3y ago
  First, yes it would be a security risk. Second, AirTags depend on there being a set number of iOS devices nearby to provide location data and an internet connection. You're not going to get that in a rural area.
  - sunnybeetroot 3y ago
    Alright maybe not an AirTag but a Tile tag would surely work?
    - _djo_ 3y ago
      It operates on the exact same principle. So, no.
    - rsaxvc 3y ago
      That would be a worse option, given they share location data.
- oynqr 3y ago
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