How do Foreign Object Debris prevention programs work?
Foreign Object Debris prevention programs are designed to reduce the presence of debris on airfields, airports and aviation facilities. These programs involve a comprehensive process of inspection and identification, as well as proper containment, removal and disposal of debris from the facility. The inspections aspect includes daily walkdowns with additional inspections between aircraft movements or during storms. They also involve assessing the source of any type of Foreign Object Debris that is found; this can range from construction materials to bird nests that have not been removed. The most efficient way to properly identify Foreign Object Debris is through photographs and records, which can be used to ensure a suitable program is implemented.
