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How do fighter kite pilots cut an opponent's flying line?
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Indian fighter kite.
Fighter kite pilots cut an opponent's flying line by using a specialized length of line attached to the kite's bridle. This cutting line is coated with an abrasive substance, which allows the pilot to sever the opponent's line through skillful aerial maneuvering during combat.1