BIRD STRIKE Awareness and AVOIDANCE: SAFETY Guide
Channel: Nathan Ballard
Date: 2024-03-12

Bird strikes happen almost every day.  As a general aviation pilot, it may seem impossible to predict a bird strike.  But, along with fantastic predictive data, there is a tool available to everyone, to help reduce the risk of bird strikes in commercial aviation, military aviation, and for those of us in general aviation, and it is called: Avian Hazard Advisory System. (AHAS).  AHAS, along with resources from the FAA and others, can help with safer flying. #birdstrike 

We will do a deep dive on bird strike damages, data, and risk mitigation in the flying world.  We will also go over a demo of AHAS, so you can be armed with the information you need to conduct a safe flight.

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https://www.youtube.com/@robertweber9230
https://www.youtube.com/@keithbaird3448
https://www.youtube.com/@VASAviation
https://www.youtube.com/@ABCNews


Links:
Avian Hazard Avistory System
https://www.usahas.com/

References:
FAA: https://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/wildlife/
FAA: https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/Wildlife-Strike-Report-1990-2022.pdf
FAA: https://wildlife.faa.gov/
Birdstrike Committee: https://www.birdstrike.org/
BirdCast: https://birdcast.info/
Birdstrike Canada: https://canadianbirdstrike.ca/
USAF: https://www.safety.af.mil/Divisions/Aviation-Safety-Division/BASH/
FAA: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/150-5200-33C.pdf
ERAU: https://prescott.erau.edu/about/labs/center-for-wildlife-and-aviation
NIH: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10362354/
US Fish and  Wildlife: https://www.fws.gov/story/threats-birds-collisions-aircraft
Smithsonian Natural History
Frankfurt Airport Bird Control: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4da17pNRo4
WSJ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxVWs5hBDeA
Korean Bird Control: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4TeBbmap4Y
ATL Ranger Nick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCAyaYTYFuM
Great Big Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QxZv_wJ1aA
aviation-safety.net: 
https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/211588
https://aviation-safety.net/photo/4438/Cessna-208B-Super-Cargomaster-N892FE
AOPA: Bird and Wildlife Strikes
Auburn University Raptor Center: https://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/raptor/
Audubon Georgia: https://www.birdsgeorgia.org/
Purdue study: https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2018/Q3/millions-of-birds-die-in-collisions-each-year,-but-lights-could-change-that.html
FAA study/ag plane: https://medium.com/faa/going-to-the-birds-to-prevent-hazardous-strikes-d3b66a9a93eb


My name is Nathan Ballard, I am a certificated flight instructor. I promote safer general aviation, provide thought provoking ideas about flying, and contribute to the aviation community for the greater good.

Let's work together!  Contact me here: nate@naballard.com

While I'm a certificated flight instructor, I'm not your flight instructor.  Please seek guidance and lessons from your own CFI.

Disclaimer:The content presented on this channel is intended solely for informational purposes to provide general knowledge and awareness. It does not constitute instruction or serve as a recommendation on how aviate. Prior to attempting any aviation endeavor, it is advised that you consult with a certificated flight instructor who can provide instruction and guidance based on your circumstances. Always prioritize safety and adhere to applicable regulations.The creators of this video and the platform hosting it shall not be held liable for any actions taken based on the information presented.