Why is wildlife hazard management necessary at airports?

• A. Minimize wildlife strikes and associated safety risks.
• B. Increase wildlife presence to improve biodiversity.
• C. Relocate passenger terminals.
• D. Reduce runway maintenance costs.

Answer: (A)

Wildlife hazard management is about reducing the risk that birds and other animals will collide with aircraft, protecting flight safety during critical phases like takeoff and landing. When wildlife strikes occur, they can cause engine damage, loss of control, or other serious safety incidents, so airports actively monitor wildlife activity, modify habitats to remove attractants, and employ deterrents and trained personnel to disperse animals. The goal is to lower the probability of strikes and safeguard passengers, crew, and aircraft. Increasing wildlife presence would raise danger, relocating passenger terminals doesn't meaningfully address the hazard, and simply reducing runway maintenance costs doesn't reduce wildlife-related safety risks.