A Report on First Stage of the Birds @ Aerodromes Project
2025-03-20
The report, includes a comprehensive overview of the conflict between flight safety and biodiversity at European aerodromes. It details the initial challenges faced by the project in gathering information due to the sensitivity surrounding derogations and wildlife strikes, which necessitated a focus on building trust within the aviation community. It covers, relevant legislation, and detailed Wildlife Hazard Management (WHM) practices observed during visits to 21 European aerodromes and a dedicated conference. A case study of Vlora airport in Albania, along with insights from the conference, highlights the ongoing challenges in balancing airport development with nature conservation..
