Environmental

Question 1

Define a birdstrike

Answer 1

A collision between a bird and an aircraft

Question 2

What are the principles of bird control?

Answer 2

1. Identify the bird species
2. Assess the birdstrike risk
3. Attack Habitat problems on airfield or locally
4. Use effective dispersal methods when necessary
5. Organise and maintain an effective bird control
6. Get advice from the national authority
7. Report birdstrikes via MOR and feedback

Question 3

What would the ideal dispersal system be like?

Answer 3

• Be effective over a wide area
• Not interfere with airfield equipment
• Require little attention
• Effective for long periods
• Easy to use
• Not cost too much

Question 4

Name some methods of bird control

Answer 4

• Habitat management
  Long grass policy
  Remove old trees and bushes
  Reduce airfield wildlife
  Remove food sources
  Don’t have agriculture on airfield
• Physically remove birds
• Make airfield unattractive
• Psychological methods (distress calls or imitating things birds are scared of)