ACE Wildlife Hazard Management 2

Question 1

Under FAA Advisory Circular 150/5200-33, what minimum distance from an airport's air operations area (AOA) should wildlife attractants be located?

Accepted Answer

10,000 feet

Answer

1,000 feet

Answer

5,000 feet

Answer

3 miles

Question 2

Which bird behavior makes Canada Geese particularly hazardous at airports compared to most other species?

Accepted Answer

They form large resident flocks and are reluctant to leave familiar areas

Answer

They fly only at night

Answer

They migrate faster than radar can track

Answer

They actively pursue aircraft

Question 3

A Wildlife Hazard Assessment (WHA) is triggered at a certificated airport when a wildlife strike causes which outcome?

Accepted Answer

A strike that causes a recordable accident or materially affects an aircraft's airworthiness

Answer

Any bird is observed on the airfield

Answer

Three or more strikes in a calendar year

Answer

Any mammal is seen within the fence line

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of the FAA National Wildlife Strike Database?

Accepted Answer

To collect voluntary strike reports and identify trends for safety improvements

Answer

To fine airports for wildlife strikes

Answer

To track species populations near all US airports

Answer

To coordinate USDA Wildlife Services dispatch

Question 5

Which habitat modification technique most directly reduces grass-feeding bird activity on airfield turf?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining grass height between 7 and 14 inches

Answer

Planting dense shrubs along taxiways

Answer

Installing bird-of-prey perches

Answer

Applying herbicide to create bare soil

Question 6

A pyrotechnic device used for wildlife dispersal at airports is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Non-lethal frightening device

Answer

Chemical repellent

Answer

Auditory hazing tool

Answer

Lethal control method

Question 7

Which document must an airport certificated under Part 139 develop after a Wildlife Hazard Assessment identifies an unacceptable risk?

Accepted Answer

Wildlife Hazard Management Plan

Answer

Environmental Impact Statement

Answer

Airport Safety Self-Inspection Report

Answer

Integrated Pest Management Plan