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The trip is a long one...the Eagle would have to stop to let Frodo rest and eat.
Even if the Eagles were at the command of Gandalf, and one *could* carry Frodo that distance, evil would be drawn to the ring. Through the palantir, Saruman could've easily spotted their plan and I'm sure that with his vast power and knowledge of magic, he could've made the journey unbearable for the eagle.
[ May 01, 2003: Message edited by: Legolas ]
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