35FWI91-212 — Bird/wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (bash) Program

35FWI91-212 governs the Misawa Air Base BASH program, including wildlife hazard reduction, aircraft operations, and strike reporting.

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  • Publication number: 35FWI91-212
  • Title: BIRD/WILDLIFE AIRCRAFT STRIKE HAZARD (BASH) PROGRAM
  • Date: 2025-05-29

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The publication establishes wildlife exclusion zones, vegetation management zones, bird watch conditions, and two operational phases. It defines wildlife surveys, dispersal efforts, habitat management, operating restrictions, and bird strike reporting procedures.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all host, associate, and TDY organizations on Misawa AB.

Topics covered

  • Wildlife exclusion zones
  • Vegetation management zones
  • Bird watch conditions
  • Wildlife surveys
  • Habitat management
  • Bird strike reporting
  • BASH phases of operation

Questions and answers

What does Phase II of the BASH plan cover?

Phase II concentrates on bird avoidance using operating restrictions and increased dispersal efforts. (paragraph 8)

When do Phase II periods typically occur?

Phase II periods are typically Apr thru May (spring migration) and typically Oct thru Nov (fall migration). (paragraph 8)

Who manages the overall BASH program at Misawa AB?

35th Fighter Wing, Flight Safety (35 FW/SEF) shall mange the overall BASH program as well as primary BASH detection and dispersal agency at Misawa AB. (paragraph 8)

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