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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2021 · 28 MIN

Flora, Fauna, and Flight

from The Air Up There · host Federal Aviation Administration

Wildlife strikes are on the rise, with birds accounting for about 97 percent of reported strikes. Factors like an increase in passenger traffic, the introduction of much quieter engines on newer planes, and a large increase in wildlife populations have all led to a rise in the probability of wildlife strikes both at airports and in the air.In this episode, we'll hear from three professionals about the work that they do to help prevent these strikes and keep birds and those aboard aircraft safe.Read the show notes on our blog.

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