Wildlife hazards

SafeSkys celebrates 25 years of defending aircraft from bird strikes

11 July 2018 | By Safeskys

Quarter of a century milestone reached as company looks overseas for expansion

Mitigating wildlife hazards

1 May 2018 | By Lee Pannett | Director | Scarecrow Group

The world’s increasingly busy airports face a growing threat of birdstrikes and wildlife hazards, partly due to expanding urban environments and bird populations, but also due to the global growth of airport traffic. Lee Pannett, Director at the Scarecrow Group, reveals how bio-acoustic technology can successfully mitigate the issue.

Mitigating the growing threat of wildlife hazards at airports

24 April 2018 | By Lee Pannett | Director | Scarecrow Group

The world’s increasingly busy airports face a growing threat of birdstrikes and wildlife hazards, partly due to expanding urban environments and bird populations, but also due to the global growth of airport traffic. Lee Pannett, Director at the Scarecrow Group, reveals how bio-acoustic technology can successfully mitigate the issue.

International Airport Review – Issue #2 2018

24 April 2018 | By International Airport Review

In this issue; innovative baggage handling at Istanbul New Airport, design solutions to create an accessible airport for all, and renewing and renovating Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

Air Partner’s SafeSkys awarded Royal Air Force wildlife control contract in Scotland

19 April 2018 | By International Airport Review

The company's Chief Executive has said Air Partner is delighted to extend its relationship with the RAF.

Vancouver International’s wildlife control sets new record

18 April 2018 | By International Airport Review

Mallards, American wigeons, snow geese, dunlins, and green-winged teal were among the species ousted from Vancouver International's runway in its record year.

Robotic falcon takes to the sky above Southampton Airport

18 April 2018 | By International Airport Review

Robird, as it is called, is designed to strike fear into the hearts of a wide range of potential runway hazards, including 'other' birds of prey.

Manchester terminal demolition attracts pigeons

25 March 2018 | By International Airport Review

Local media reports have suggested construction work at one of the UK's biggest airport is having some unexpected consequences.

Wildlife strike risk management: Why must the industry work together?

30 November 2017 | By Henrique Rubens Balta de Oliveira

Henrique Rubens Balta de Oliveira, Wildlife Strike Risk Advisor at Brazil’s Aeronautical Accidents Investigation and Prevention Center (Cenipa), explores the diverse ways to proactively manage wildlife risk.

International Airport Review – Issue #6 2017 – 20th Anniversary Edition

29 November 2017 | By International Airport Review

In this 20th anniversary edition of International Airport Review we celebrate the milestones that have shaped the industry and announce the winners of our successful inaugural Awards.

Heathrow Airport

New installation raises awareness of wildlife trafficking at Johannesburg

10 August 2017 | By International Airport Review

The new installation features staged mannequins, customised posters, and informational materials that spotlight wildlife trafficking and provide guidance on how staff can help identify and stop wildlife traffickers from abusing the air transport sector.

Wildlife traffickers are flying under the radar at airports worldwide

12 July 2017 | By USAID

Is there an ongoing problem with wildlife trafficking at airports? We investigate further...

Robotic bird to be deployed at Edmonton International Airport

15 May 2017 | By University of Twente

Edmonton International Airport in Canada will become the first airport in the world to use a lifelike robotic bird on a daily basis to scare real birds away from the airport.

Safety In-Depth Focus 2017

11 May 2017 | By International Airport Review

From ensuring airport fire and rescue services are optimal, to redefining operational aerodrome safety management systems, to keeping the skies above us safe and secure even with the pressure of increased air traffic – safety is a key issue in all areas of airport operations...