Observation of Birds with Weather and Airport Surveillance Radars
Observation of Birds with Weather and Airport Surveillance Radars
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The application of radar to detect, quantify, and monitor the movements of birds is emphasized. Of all the approaches currently being used to reduce the hazards that birds pose to aviation, radar techniques offer the promise of definite results. The distribution of surveillance radars at numerous locations throughout the United States, particularly in the vicinity of active airfields, adds greatly to the attractiveness of this approach. The review of radar techniques and bird migration information should greatly aid radar operators in recognizing the various types of echoes from birds displayed on weather and air traffic control radars, in estimating the numbers of birds passing overhead, and in gathering information on the altitude of the birds aloft. Use of these techniques should greatly benefit aviation interests, both civilian and military, by reducing the number of bird/aircraft collisions and improving flight safety. (Modified author abstract)
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Observation of Birds with Weather and Airport Surveillance Radars
1974
50 pages
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English
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