Bird Strikes and Air Forces

[Lostfleet]

I was just watching the UsAirways emergency landing on the Hudson river because of a possible bird strike.

How does the Air Force deal with the bird strikes? Since commercial airports have more frequent flights and more lives at stake I guess they have more counter-measures against the birds. Does the Air Force have more bird strikes compared to civilian traffic? or is it the same rate?

 

[whansen02]

Just to add to your question ... if anyone is out there with answer for us ... When I watched this on the news I had similar thought ... but figured because of the design differences in the aircrafts ... it may not always present an issue.
Thanks. Will ...

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[winnyfield]

I was just watching the UsAirways emergency landing on the Hudson river because of a possible bird strike.

How does the Air Force deal with the bird strikes? Since commercial airports have more frequent flights and more lives at stake I guess they have more counter-measures against the birds. Does the Air Force have more bird strikes compared to civilian traffic? or is it the same rate?

Yes, non-civilian aircraft have recorded more bird strikes. Commercial aviation largely operates in a controlled environment; major airports make an effort to discourage bird habitats. The military is not as fortunate. Also, particularly helicopters, the military does fly lower (greater risk) for prolonged periods.

http://www.slate.com/id/2208846/

 

[Lostfleet]

thanks for the answer, but I have one more question; does bird strikes effect helicopters ( honestly I dont know, I always think blades would chop the bird)