NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA - CNATRA - The US Navy

a. BASH Phase I - All months not designated as Phase II.
Wildlife activity is generally LOW during these periods with the
primary threat resulting from occasional concentrations of cattle
egrets, sand pipers, doves, and deer on and around the airfield.
b. BASH Phase II - In effect February-June and September-
December. Wildlife activity is increased during these periods due
to the migratory season. The primary threat during this period
consists of heavier concentrations of doves, robins and swallows
with occasional flocks of gulls and pelicans immediately on or
around the airfield. Expect short notice Bird Watch Conditions
MODERATE or SEVERE at any time during these periods.
c. Aircrews are encouraged to report to Base Operations all
bird sightings that pose a probable hazard to flying. Monitor ATIS,
contact Base Operations or Command Post for current Bird Watch
Condition.
NOTE: Turkey and black vultures are large soaring raptors and are
present year round during daylight hours. They become active
during mid-morning and remain aloft until late afternoon.
Awareness of these raptors should remain in mind at all times while
flying over the Eglin Range (KVPS) Complex with extreme caution
being applied while landing Rwy 19 and 12.
(AFFSA/AFFSA)
Jacksonville Intl (KJAX), FL
BIRD WATCH CONDITIONS - Birds are present all year round. Bird
Watch condition is generally LOW but there are periods of
increased bird activity. During these times the Airfield
Management or SOF will determine the bird condition and post at
the operations duty desk. Transient aircraft can obtain the bird
status by contacting the SOF (FANG OPS) 251.25 during normal
business hours. If the 125 FW is not flying it may not be possible to
contact FANG OPS on the radio. Due to Jacksonville Intl (KJAX)
being a civilian field the bird condition (LOW, MODERATE,
SEVERE) is not recorded on ATIS. There may be general bird
warnings on ATIS. PHASE II for increased bird activity for
migratory period from 1 November to 31 March. There may be
heavy concentrations of Cattle Egrets and Vultures during June-
August and when mowing on the airfield.
(125 OSF-OSA/125 OSF-OSA FIL 07-444)
Joe Foss Fld (KFSD), SD
1. ANG - Use of ANG ramp requires coordination with Base
Operations for a PPR, DSN 798-7754 prior to filing flight plan.
Normal operation is 1145-2200Z++, Tuesday-Friday except
holidays. Due to mission requirements, the ANG may be closed
during the above periods. Contact Base Operations (253.4 or
138.1) 15 minutes prior to landing.
2. TRANSIENT AIRCRAFT SERVICING LIMITATIONS - No
transient alert maintenance, expect servicing delay. No fleet
service. No hot pit refueling. No drag chute service. Maintenance
for aircraft other than F-16s not available. No hangar space. No
customs or agriculture inspections service.
3. NOISE ABATEMENT - Do not use afterburner in traffic
pattern unless required for safety of flight. Climb above 2500’
MSL as soon as possible after low approach or on departure for
all runways. For Runway 15 departures, terminate afterburner use
at the airfield boundary or as soon as safely possible.
4. Use caution during landing for 18 to 23 inch tall threshold
crossing lights within 12’ prior to the approach ends of all
runways.
UNITED STATES 3-99
5. A water canal 2000’ to the northwest paralleling Runway 3-
21 may be mistaken for the runway during low visibility
approaches.
6. BIRD AIRCRAFT STRIKE HAZARD (BASH) -
a. Phase I - All months not designated as Phase II. Bird
activity on and in vicinity of airfield is usually light.
b. Phase II - In effect from 20 February to 15 April and from
1 September to 15 December each year. This phase represents
moderate to heavy bird activity associated with the migratory
season. Joe Foss Fld (KFSD) experiences large concentrations of
migratory geese and ducks during this period. For up to date
information on migration status call the Snow Goose Hotline -
C605-885-6401.
c. BIRD WATCH CONDITIONS - During periods of 114 FW
flying operations the Supervisor of Flying (SOF) will issue Bird
Watch Conditions for military aircraft. Contact LOBO SOF on 253.4
or 138.1 (DSN 798-7754) for the current status:
(1) LOW - Normal bird activity on and above the airfield
with a low probability of hazard. No flight restrictions.
(2) MODERATE - Bird activity near the active runway or
other specific location representing increased potential for strikes
requiring increased vigilance by all agencies, supervisors and
aircrew. Military aircraft should expect one approach to a full
stop landing.
(3) SEVERE - Bird activity on or immediately above the
active runway or other specific location representing high
potential for strikes. Military takeoffs and landings are not
authorized unless a greater emergency exists or an immediate
operational necessity dictates.
(AFFSA/AFFSA FIL 07-245)
Keesler AFB (KBIX), MS
1. CAUTION - Obstructions off both ends of runway require
displaced threshold for Rwy 03-21. Do not land prior to runway
threshold; however, area past the opposite displaced threshold
authorized for use during landing roll out. Portions of runway
prior to threshold may be used to begin take-off roll; however,
do not use area past opposite threshold for take-off
computations or take-off ground roll. Variable width runway at
both ends of runway. Distance remaining markers indicate
distance remaining for landing roll out only. Pilots unfamiliar with
Keesler AFB (KBIX) or requiring overnight parking should contact
Base Operations DSN 597-2120 for briefing. Under certain
conditions, refueling delays of 1-3 hours may be expected.
Minimum 8 hours prior notice required for on/off load cargo DSN
597-3009. Deteriorating ramp condition and flightline
construction, use low power settings while taxiing and watch for
foreign objects.
(AFFSA/AFFSA)
2. BIRD ALERT - Traffic pattern Bird Watch Condition
MODERATE. Only an initial take-off and the recovery to a full
stop landing is permitted under Bird Watch Condition
MODERATE. Multiple approaches and touch-and-go landings are
not authorized under Bird Watch Condition MODERATE. Aircraft
commanders will assess the risk of increased precautions.
Consideration will be given to using an alternate airfield with Bird
Watch Condition LOW or lesser bird activity.
3. BIRD WATCH CONDITION SEVERE – All flight operations
will cease under Bird Watch Condition SEVERE. The runway will
temporarily be closed and no take-offs, landings or transition