Petty Officer JD Bridges on a US Navy aircraft carrier got sucked into the intake of a fighter jet. Somehow his body got wedged in such a way that he did not go through the engine and managed to climb out a few seconds later.
Video of the incident in question, also an interview with him the next day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GF3Iz7b95-8&t=46s
Which is one rapid method of equalising pressure at the intake and exhaust.
The chap who ran the facility had a party piece. He'd put bird seed on top of the blast wall in front of the inlet. He waited for enough pigeons to start eating the seed. Then switched on the engine. There were a lot of feathers...
"Please give me a job description for a 'bird strike technician'."
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A bird strike technician is responsible for preventing bird strikes on aircraft. This may include tasks such as:
- Identifying and assessing bird strike hazards at airports
- Developing and implementing bird management plans
- Monitoring and controlling bird populations near runways and taxiways
- Coordinating with airport and airline personnel to minimize bird strike risks
- Conducting inspections and maintenance of bird deterrence equipment
- Collecting and analyzing data on bird strikes and bird populations
- Training airport and airline personnel on bird strike prevention
- Staying up-to-date on industry regulations and best practices for bird strike prevention.
Overall, a bird strike technician is a professional that works with airport and airline staff to minimize the risk of bird strikes and to ensure the safe operation of aircraft.
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"Can you rewrite that to resemble a post on a job board?"
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Job Title: Bird Strike Technician
Company: XYZ Airport
Location: ABC City
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced bird strike technician to join our team at XYZ Airport. In this role, you will be responsible for preventing bird strikes on aircraft by identifying and assessing bird strike hazards, developing and implementing bird management plans, and monitoring and controlling bird populations near runways and taxiways.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identifying and assessing bird strike hazards at airports
- Developing and implementing bird management plans
- Monitoring and controlling bird populations near runways and taxiways
- Coordinating with airport and airline personnel to minimize bird strike risks
- Conducting inspections and maintenance of bird deterrence equipment
- Collecting and analyzing data on bird strikes and bird populations
- Training airport and airline personnel on bird strike prevention
- Staying up-to-date on industry regulations and best practices for bird strike prevention
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in bird strike prevention or a related field
- Knowledge of bird identification and behavior
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for advancement within the company. If you are passionate about aviation safety and have a proven track record in bird strike prevention, we encourage you to apply today.
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"You're the best. Thanks!"
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You're welcome! I'm glad I could help. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
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Not quite as fun as the stated ethical and humane transportation of birds about to be flung into test articles at high speeds, but still. What a time to be alive.
was it worth it? no.
Feel free to ask OpenAi whatever happens to amuse you. Please don't waste the rest of our time or attention or bandwidth on it. Nobody cares.
"This person is responsible for preparing the birds that are used in bird-strike testing. This process typically involves obtaining, handling, and preparing the birds for testing, which can include things like plucking feathers and filling the birds with a material to simulate blood. They also make sure that the birds are stored and transported in a humane and ethical manner."