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64 AFI91-202 5 AUGUST 2011 7.3.1.1.3. Monitor MAJCOM BASH reduction programs. 7.3.1.1.4. Instruct FSOs/FSMs/FSNCOs in BASH reduction and provide basic BASH training at AETC-sponsored training programs (i.e., FSNCO Safety Course, Airfield Management Course, etc.). 7.3.1.1.5. Propose BASH reduction policies and guidelines to AFSC/SE. 7.3.1.1.6. Review proposed conservation projects and Federal legislation affecting the Air Force’s BASH reduction program and coordinate the Air Force response with AFSC/SE and other agencies. 7.3.1.1.7. Identify and develop programs to aid in evaluating potential bird strike hazards in low-level airspace. 7.3.1.1.8. At installation request, coordinated through the respective MAJCOM, provide technical assistance to reduce wildlife hazards at bases with flying operations. 7.3.1.1.9. At installation request, coordinated through the respective MAJCOM, provide technical assistance in evaluating installation BASH plans. 7.3.1.1.10. Coordinate Air Force BASH program with other Federal agencies. 7.3.1.1.11. Identify Air Force BASH research requirements, developing and managing research projects. 7.3.1.1.12. Establish and maintain liaison with international, Federal, state and private organizations regarding wildlife hazard reduction. 7.3.1.1.13. Administer Air Force’s wildlife hazard advisory systems and bird feather/wildlife strike remains identification program. 7.3.1.1.14. Provide technical assistance to Safety Investigation Board president when a wildlife hazard may be a factor in a mishap. 7.3.1.1.15. Chair the Air Force BASH Steering Group meetings, as needed. 7.3.1.2. Air Education Training Command (AETC) will: 7.3.1.2.1. Incorporate wildlife aircraft strike hazard reduction training into AETCsponsored formal training courses used to educate base pest management specialists, safety technicians and airfield managers in wildlife aircraft strike hazard reduction. 7.3.1.2.2. Incorporate safety awareness of wildlife aircraft strike hazards into safety briefings provided at joint undergraduate navigator training, joint specialized undergraduate pilot training (JSUPT), and pilot instructor training (PIT) programs. 7.3.1.3. MAJCOMs will: 7.3.1.3.1. Ensure each installation conducting or supporting flight operations has an annually reviewed written BASH plan. Ensure all tenant units are included in the base BASH plan. 7.3.1.3.2. Conduct on-site reviews of installation BASH programs, to include potential hazards and mitigation techniques, at least every 36 months. Coordinate as needed with HQ AFSC/SEFW. Tenant unit BASH programs will be reviewed by

AFI91-202 5 AUGUST 2011 65 owning MAJCOMS and may be scheduled during reoccurring inspections or staff assistance visits. 7.3.1.3.3. Consider potential wildlife strike hazards when developing or revising operational procedures, training routes, ranges, instrument approach and departure procedures, establishing Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) or low altitude tactical navigation areas. 7.3.1.4. Wing, Base and Installation Safety Offices are responsible for the following: 7.3.1.4.1. Base Level BASH Program. Host Air Force, AFRC or ANG installations with flying operations will establish a BASH program. The BASH program will include all tenant-flying units. The BASH program requires complete documentation of local wildlife hazards, effects on missions and possible solutions to include hazards surrounding ranges used by local flying units. Tenant units located on an airfield that is not hosted by the Air Force, AFRC or ANG will establish a BASH program with host authority (civilian airport, Naval Air Station, Federal airfield, etc.). The BASH program will document coordination with the host authority on reducing wildlife hazards. 7.3.1.4.2. Review the BASH plan annually for accuracy and compliance with current directives, revising as necessary. Ensure all tenant units are included in the base BASH plan. 7.3.1.4.3. BASH programs at overseas locations depend on host nation support and regulations. MAJCOMs will evaluate those plans to ensure the spirit of this instruction is complied with to the maximum extent possible. 7.3.1.4.4. Each installation with flying operations must develop a contingency plan that lists responsibilities and procedures for wildlife control. Due to the complexities of hazard abatement and potential for loss of aircraft and crew, it is strongly recommended that a dedicated wildlife hazard management specialist be retained on staff. 7.3.1.4.5. Establish a Bird Hazard Working Group (BHWG) consisting of organizations involved in airfield wildlife control, habitat management, operations and safety. The BHWG must meet at least semi-annually with minutes maintained. The vice installation commander or equivalent will chair the meeting. The BHWG will coordinate base improvement projects, e.g., base beautification, wastewater treatment, golf courses, etc., for BASH-related issues. 7.3.1.4.6. Develop a Bird Hazard Warning System to inform aircrews of possible flight hazards due to wildlife activity in local areas. Bird Watch Condition (BWC) codes will be used to communicate local wildlife activity along with location, number and type of wildlife. Installation BASH plans will specify aircrew notification procedures for BWC changes. The most expeditious means of communicating the status change should be used (e.g. ATC or SOF radio transmissions combined with ATIS updates or other broadcast medium). BWC codes are defined as: 7.3.1.4.6.1. SEVERE. Wildlife activity on or immediately above the active runway or other specific location representing high potential for strikes.

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7.3.1.1.3. Monitor MAJCOM BASH reduction programs.<br />

7.3.1.1.4. Instruct FSOs/FSMs/FSNCOs in BASH reduction and provide basic<br />

BASH training at AETC-sponsored training programs (i.e., FSNCO Safety Course,<br />

<strong>Air</strong>field Management Course, etc.).<br />

7.3.1.1.5. Propose BASH reduction policies and guidelines to AFSC/SE.<br />

7.3.1.1.6. Review proposed conservation projects and Federal legislation affecting<br />

the <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong>’s BASH reduction program and coordinate the <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong> response with<br />

AFSC/SE and other agencies.<br />

7.3.1.1.7. Identify and develop programs to aid in evaluating potential bird strike<br />

hazards in low-level airspace.<br />

7.3.1.1.8. At installation request, coordinated through the respective MAJCOM,<br />

provide technical assistance to reduce wildlife hazards at bases with flying operations.<br />

7.3.1.1.9. At installation request, coordinated through the respective MAJCOM,<br />

provide technical assistance in evaluating installation BASH plans.<br />

7.3.1.1.10. Coordinate <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong> BASH program with other Federal agencies.<br />

7.3.1.1.11. Identify <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong> BASH research requirements, developing and<br />

managing research projects.<br />

7.3.1.1.12. Establish and maintain liaison with international, Federal, state and<br />

private organizations regarding wildlife hazard reduction.<br />

7.3.1.1.13. Administer <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong>’s wildlife hazard advisory systems and bird<br />

feather/wildlife strike remains identification program.<br />

7.3.1.1.14. Provide technical assistance to Safety Investigation Board president when<br />

a wildlife hazard may be a factor in a mishap.<br />

7.3.1.1.15. Chair the <strong>Air</strong> <strong>Force</strong> BASH Steering Group meetings, as needed.<br />

7.3.1.2. <strong>Air</strong> Education Training Command (AETC) will:<br />

7.3.1.2.1. Incorporate wildlife aircraft strike hazard reduction training into AETCsponsored<br />

formal training courses used to educate base pest management specialists,<br />

safety technicians and airfield managers in wildlife aircraft strike hazard reduction.<br />

7.3.1.2.2. Incorporate safety awareness of wildlife aircraft strike hazards into safety<br />

briefings provided at joint undergraduate navigator training, joint specialized<br />

undergraduate pilot training (JSUPT), and pilot instructor training (PIT) programs.<br />

7.3.1.3. MAJCOMs will:<br />

7.3.1.3.1. Ensure each installation conducting or supporting flight operations has an<br />

annually reviewed written BASH plan. Ensure all tenant units are included in the base<br />

BASH plan.<br />

7.3.1.3.2. Conduct on-site reviews of installation BASH programs, to include<br />

potential hazards and mitigation techniques, at least every 36 months. Coordinate as<br />

needed with HQ AFSC/SEFW. Tenant unit BASH programs will be reviewed by

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