About WBA

Who We Are

The World Birdstrike Association (WBA) is an ICAO-recognised international organisation dedicated to improving global aviation safety by reducing the risks posed by wildlife strikes. WBA brings together civil aviation authorities, airports, aviation professionals, researchers, wildlife specialists and industry to strengthen wildlife hazard management (WHM) internationally.

Our History

WBA was constituted as a civil association by the members of the International Bird Strike Committee (IBSC), which formally dissolved when the new organisation was formed. WBA continues the IBSC tradition of international cooperation on bird and wildlife strike risk.

Purpose

WBA exists to be the worldwide catalyst for improving flight safety by reducing bird and other wildlife strike risk to aviation in a cost-effective way, while recognising the need for a sustainable environment.

International Role

WBA provides a global platform for sharing knowledge, promoting good practice and strengthening wildlife hazard management programmes, working with States, regulators, airports, airlines and industry partners.

ICAO Recognition

WBA is recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and works in alignment with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices, Annex 14, and the ICAO Airport Services Manual (Doc 9137), Part 3 — Wildlife Hazard Management. WBA is an independent organisation; it is not part of ICAO and does not speak on behalf of ICAO.

Who WBA Represents

WBA serves the international wildlife hazard management community: civil aviation authorities, airports and airport groups, aviation professionals, researchers and academics, wildlife specialists, and industry.

Global Direction

WBA aims to be the global platform for collaboration and advancement of wildlife hazard management, supported by evidence, shared capability and international cooperation.