aircraft bird strikes

"Birds and planes don't always get along. What can we do to help? Enter the world of forensic ornithology in this investigative nonfiction title created with the Smithsonian Institution and the Division of Birds at the National Museum of Natural History. Discover the . . . work of leading ornithologists--'bird detectives' who use science and technology to solve bird strikes and other bird mysteries. They examine evidence from clues like feathers and snarge--pilot slang for what's left behind after a bird strike--and create solutions to save our feathered friends and protect people and planes in flight. Discover how the study of birds shapes our world, from inspiring aviation and airfield design to increasing safety in the skies"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces readers to the skills and technology that came together to save the 155 people on US Airways Flight 1549 after the plane struck a flock of geese and lost all engine power"--Provied by publisher.

Presents anecdotes from the survivors of U.S. Airways flight 1549, which landed in the Hudson River on January 15, 2009, with a discussion of the heroism, rescue efforts, and other details of the incident.

Examines factors that contributed to the successful, emergency landing of a U.S. Airways Airbus A320 on January 15, 2009, discussing the design of the aircraft and bird strikes throughout aviation history, along with the financial problems of the airlines, the competition between Airbus and Boeing, and more.