Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Bird Strike Risks at Mumbai Airports: AWBI Concerns Mount
The Animal Welfare Board is worried about the risk of birds hitting planes at Mumbai airports.
They say the city lets animals be slaughtered in places too close to the airports, which attracts birds.
This breaks the rules meant to keep planes safe.
After a recent plane crash where a bird strike might have been the cause, the board wants the government to make sure these rules are followed to prevent accidents.
They also want the same safety rules for the new airport in Navi Mumbai.
AWBI raises concerns about bird strike risks at Mumbai and Juhu airports due to slaughter permits.
BMC issued slaughter permits at prohibited locations, violating Aircraft Rules.
A recent Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad highlights the importance of aviation safety.
DGCA data shows an increase in bird strikes in recent years, causing damage and fatalities.
Police raided an unauthorized goat slaughter centre near the Mumbai airport.
- Who
- Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and the Bombay High Court.
- What
- Concerns raised by AWBI regarding bird strike hazards at Mumbai and Juhu airports due to BMC-issued slaughter permits.
- When
- Ongoing concerns highlighted after an Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad on June 12th, and in relation to Bombay High Court's 2015 order.
- Where
- Mumbai (two terminals and Juhu aerodrome) and Ahmedabad, with references to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.
- Why
- To ensure aviation safety by mitigating the risk of bird strikes, particularly near airports.
Safety Advocates
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Prioritizing Aviation Safety
Safety Advocates
Advocate for strict adherence to aviation safety rules and regulations.
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- Regulatory Body
- DGCA
- Concern
- Bird strike risk
- Violation
- Aircraft Rule 91 of The Aircraft Rule, 1937
- Court Order
- Bombay High Court, February 27, 2015
- AWBI Member
- Advocate Kamlesh Shah
- Incident
- Unauthorised goat slaughter raided by police