In 2011, there were a total of 10,083 wildlife strikes by civil aircraft in the United States. 96.5% of animals struck by aircraft were birds, but 1.4% were bats and 2% were terrestrial mammals. There were also 15 reptiles struck. (Wildlife strike reporting is voluntary)
In 2011, there were a total of 10,083 wildlife strikes by civil aircraft in the United States. 96.5% of animals struck by aircraft were birds, but 1.4% were bats and 2% were terrestrial mammals. There were also 15 reptiles struck. (Wildlife strike reporting is voluntary)
Is it the wildlife that is striking the aircraft or is it the aircraft that is striking the the wildlife...