In January 2009, a US Airways flight completely lost power after striking a flock of Canada Geese. The captain was able to guide the crippled plane to an emergency landing in the Hudson River, and all passengers were safe. Protecting planes is a constant challenge. Wildlife biologist Steve Osmek at Sea-Tac International Airport uses a coyote model mounted to a remote-controlled airboat to chase ducks away from the ponds around the airport. There's a lot more to learn at the Center for Wildlife Damage Management.
