Radius of 10 km bird-free zone required for safe flight operations: Tripura airport panel

Following a tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, the Airfield Environment Management Committee (AEMC) in Agartala has advocated for establishing a bird-free zone with a 10 km radius around the MBB Airport. This initiative aims to mitigate bird hazards, enhance environmental management, and ensure safer, more sustainable flight operations. The District Magistrate has pledged full support for implementing these crucial measures.