Author name: Emery Ledger

Bird strikes occur daily in the United States, averaging roughly 50 to 60 reported incidents every single day. Yet the vast majority cause no injuries and no serious damage to aircraft. This article breaks down the real numbers, explains when and where bird strikes happen most, and shows what the aviation industry does to keep

Key Takeaways Fault in a mid air collision is rarely placed on a single person. Multiple parties – including pilots, air traffic controllers, operators, and manufacturers – often share responsibility. The national transportation safety board investigates to improve aviation safety, but its findings do not control civil liability in a wrongful death lawsuit or personal