Identifying the information you need. Data Collection & Analysis ayss. Amy Anderson FAA Sarah Brammell - ESA Airports Dan Hirchert - Mead & Hunt, Inc.

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1 Identifying the information you need Data Collection & Analysis ayss Amy Anderson FAA Sarah Brammell - ESA Airports Dan Hirchert - Mead & Hunt, Inc.

2 Part 1: Overview of current/draft guidance and what is required CURRENT GUIDANCE: Wildlife Hazard Management at Airports (Second Edition Manual 2005) Standardized counts of birds should be made at least twice monthly. Specialized surveys might be needed to document mammals on the airport. These specialized mammal surveys should be conducted at least twice during a12- month WHA.

3 Part 1: Overview of current/draft guidance and what is required DRAFT AC NO: 150/5200-NEW Protocol for the conduct and review of wildlife hazard assessments, wildlife hazard management plans and wildlife hazard site visits. 1. Minimum number of bird surveys/day? 2. Minimum number of bird/ mammal surveys/month? 3. Minimum number of days between sampling periods? 4. Provide Airport Certification Safety Inspectors with guidelines/templates regarding review of WHAs/WHMPs 5. Provide airports with similar WHAs/WHMPs templates for RFPs

4 Part 1: Overview of current/draft guidance and what is required Wildlife Hazard Assessments Vs. Wildlife Hazard Site Visits Protocol for continual monitoring Items to be included din the WHA report Deliverables for Wildlife Hazard Site Visit

5 Part 2: Data collection methodologies where, when & how much The need for biologically sound data to answer the following questions (FAR Part (c) (1)-(5)): (1) An analysis of the events or circumstances that prompted the assessment. (2) Identification of the wildlife species observed and their numbers, locations, local movements, and daily and seasonal occurrences. (3) Identification and location of features on and near the airport that attract wildlife. (4) A description of wildlife hazards to air carrier operations. (5) Recommended actions for reducing identified wildlife hazards to air carrier

6 Data Collection FAA Separation p Criteria

7 Data Collection FAA Separation p Criteria (example)

8 Where do you collect data? From the Guidance: Identification of the wildlife species observed and their numbers, locations, local movements, and daily and seasonal occurrences. Identification and location of features on and near the airport that t attract t wildlife. Other considerations: Arrival and departure corridors Synergistic relationships on and near airport (ie, food and shelter)

9 Example 1: Spatial Distribution Spatially distribute observation points across airport property and beyond. Ground truth to ensure you cover entire project area thoroughly.

10 Example 2: 10,00-foot Separation Criteria, Corridors, & Land Uses Airside and landside (including offairport property). Arrival, departure, and cross-airfield areas Known or suspect attractant areas were considered in setting locations.

11 Data Collection When and How much? Minimum 12-month WHA wildlife survey efforts include: (1) Bi-monthly visits to document bird species (2) Additional Sampling Events (if applicable, may include): (1) Small mammal sampling (2) Aquatic species sampling (ie fish shocking) (3) Other species group / prey type sampling (3) Nocturnal Survey (spotlights, night vision, or FLIR)

12 Data Collection When and How much? Example #2 - Standardized Data Collection: Each observation point is monitored for 5 minutes, all species and activities recorded. Three time periods each month for 12 months: dawn, midday, and dusk

13 Data Collection Stakeholders and Interviews Important information can be learned from people who have been at and around the airport for longer than the 12-months that you will be there. Stakeholder Group Airport Operations Airport Maintenance/ Grounds FAA (Cert Inspector, ATCT, ADO) FBOs/Tenants/User Groups Other Interviews FAA ATCT Director of Maintenance/Grounds Director of Operations FBOs/Tenants/User Groups Military or Agencies Off-Airport Entities

14 Data Collection Other Sources of Information Local, State and Federal Agencies (websites) Parks, Refugees, and other wildlife/conservation areas (websites, documents, studies) ebird (website) Audubon website and local chapters (Christmas Bird Count and other information) Airport Studies (past WHAs, NEPA documents, permits)

15 Part 3: Data Analysis Goal of the report: to communicate the results of the data in a format that the reader can easily interpret 3 Main Areas of Data Analysis 1. Strike Data 2. Wildlife Observation Data (collected during WHA) 3. Relating Data to Airport Operations

16 Part 3: Data Analysis Strike Data

17 Part 3: Data Analysis Strike Data Column Name Explanation of Column Name and Codes INDEX NR OPID OPERATOR ATYPE AMA AMO EMA EMO AC_CLASS AC_MASS NUM_ENGS Individual record number Airline operator code A three letter International Civil Aviation Organization code for aircraft operators. (BUS = business, PVT = private aircraft other than business, GOV = government aircraft, MIL - military aircraft.) Aircraft International Civil Aviation Organization code for Aircraft Make International Civil Aviation Organization code for Aircraft Model Engine Make Code (see Engine Codes tab below) Engine Model Code (see Engine Codes tab below) Type of aircraft (see Aircraft Type tab below) 1 = 2,250 kg or less: 2 =, kg: 3 = 5,701-27,000 kg: 4 = 27, ,000 kg: 5 = above 272,000 kg Number of engines TYPE_ENG ENG_1_POS ENG_2_POS ENG_3_POS ENG_4_POS REG FLT REMAINS_COLLECTED REMAINS_SENT INCIDENT_DATE INCIDENT_MONTH INCIDENT_YEAR TIME_OF_DAY TIME AIRPORT_ID AIRPORT STATE FAAREGION Type of power A = reciprocating engine (piston): B = Turbojet: C = Turboprop: D = Turbofan: E = None (glider): F = Turboshaft (helicopter): Y = Other Where engine # 1 is mounted on aircraft (see Engine Position tab below) Where engine # 2 is mounted on aircraft (see Engine Position tab below) Where engine # 3 is mounted on aircraft (see Engine Position tab below) Where engine # 4 is mounted on aircraft (see Engine Position tab below) Aircraft registration Flight number Indicates if bird or wildlife remains were found and collected Indicates if remains were sent to the Smithsonian Institution for identifcation Date strike occurred Month strike occurred Year strike occurred Light conditions Hour and minute in local time International Civil Aviation Organization airport identifier for location of strike whether it was on or off airport Name of airport State FAA Region where airport is located ENROUTE RUNWAY LOCATION HEIGHT SPEED DISTANCE PHASE_OF_FLT DAMAGE If strike did not occur on approach, climb, landing roll, taxi or take-off, aircraft was enroute. This shows location. Runway Various information about aircraft location if enroute or airport where strike evidence was found. Some locations show the two airports for the flight departure and arrival if pilot was unaware of the strike. Feet Above Ground Level Knots (indicated air speed) Miles from airport Phase of flight during which strike occurred

18 Part 3: Data Analysis Wildlife y Observations (Example #1)

19 Part 3: Data Analysis Wildlife Observations (Example #2) Total number observed by season total nu umber observed FALL SPRING SUMMER WINTER Season

20 Part 3: Data Analysis Relative Risk y (GIS Application Example)

21 Part 3: Data Analysis Strikes to y Operations

22 Keys to success keeping an eye on the WHMP Know your airport: Understand environmental setting and challenges Understand current and future aircraft operations Be aware of changes on or near the airport (operations, construction, planned changes surrounding the airport) Develop an assessment and provide data analysis that meets the needs of the airport Work with the airport to develop real world recommendations Environmental constraints Budgeting and schedule challenges Looking for opportunities to recommend projects that are dual purpose Education and outreach Further evaluation of measures Increased coordination/documentation