*** PREVIOUS RESULTS *** Last week, AVweb polled readers on the dangers of bird strikes. Most of you agreed that birds and wildlife in the airways are a serious problem, but opinions varied as to just how serious. A full 7% of our respondents reported firsthand experiences with bird strikes (or near-hits) and say the problem needs to be addressed soon. The bulk of those who participated in the survey (47%) say that they can only devote so much time to each potential hazard in the air – and birds will just have to get out of the way. Another 15% would like to see a bird report as part of their preflight briefing.
*** THIS WEEK’S QUESTION *** This week, AVweb wants to know which air shows you’ll be attending during 2004. Click here to answer this week’s polling question.
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Key Takeaways:
- AVweb's previous poll on bird strikes found that most readers consider them a serious problem, with 7% having direct experience and advocating for action.
- However, a significant portion (47%) of respondents view bird strikes as one of many airborne hazards, expecting birds to get out of the way.
- Another 15% expressed interest in seeing bird reports included in preflight briefings.
- The current AVweb poll asks readers about which air shows they plan to attend in 2004.
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