Banca de DEFESA: AÍRTON RIBEIRO DOS SANTOS

Uma banca de DEFESA de MESTRADO foi cadastrada pelo programa.
STUDENT : AÍRTON RIBEIRO DOS SANTOS
DATE: 01/11/2025
TIME: 10:00
LOCAL: Via - auditório virtual usando GOOGLE MEETING - https://meet.google.com/edn-gcrf-ojk
TITLE:

FAUNA RISK MANAGEMENT AT PORTO VELHO-RO AIRPORT AS A TOOL FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

KEY WORDS:

 

Urban Solid Waste; Airport Safety Zone; Wildlife Risk; Public Policy.

PAGES: 91
BIG AREA: Outra
AREA: Multidisciplinar
SUMMARY:

This study analyzed wildlife hazards at Porto Velho International Airport (RO), by emphasizing the identification and assessment of wildlife attractants located within the vicinity of the Aerodrome Safety Area (ASA), considering their implications for operational safety, regional development, and urban sustainability. The analysis
covered the period between July 1, 2021, and June 30, 2023, during which the Aviation Risk Management System (SIGRA) recorded 444 wildlife-related occurrences in the area. The species Vanellus chilensis (southern lapwing) showed the highest incidence of events, mainly influenced by vegetation height, which favors its presence in areas adjacent to the runway; however, its relatively low body mass reduces the potential for structural damage in isolated collisions. The black vulture (Coragyps atratus) accounted for 45 records, ranking as the second most frequent species, due to its gregarious behavior, larger size, and attraction to exposed organic waste in urban zones. Spatial analysis demonstrated that 95.7% of wildlife occurrences took place within the ASA, indicating a significant operational risk in areas that should ideally be subject to strict safety and control protocols. Sites of urban solid waste (USW) accumulation, such as open dumps and improper disposal points, emerged as major attractants for medium-and large-sized species, particularly vultures, whose diet based on decomposing organic matter and high spatial mobility increases the likelihood of incursions into flight routes near the aerodrome. Furthermore, deficient urban infrastructure in terms of sanitation, solid waste management, and vegetation control contributes to the persistence of these critical points. Based on georeferenced occurrence data, a correlation was identified between waste concentration and wildlife density within the ASA perimeter. The study proposes interventions such as the control and elimination of irregular USW disposal sites; regulation and licensing of enterprises within the ASA; programmed vegetation management; and the implementation of wildlife dispersal or deterrence operations using technologies or methods such as falconry, drones, or acoustic devices. It is also recommended to establish a continuous monitoring system supported by databases and spatial mapping of occurrences. The findings demonstrate that wildlife hazard mitigation depends not only on operational and administrative actions but also on compliance with existing environmental regulations, interinstitutional coordination, and the strengthening of public policies on urban sanitation and land-use planning.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Presidente - 1466944 - FABRICIO MORAES DE ALMEIDA
Interna - 2363379 - GLEIMIRIA BATISTA DA COSTA MATOS
Interno - 3063165 - DIEGO HENRIQUE DE ALMEIDA
Externo ao Programa - 1109299 - DELSON FERNANDO BARCELLOS XAVIER - UNIRExterno ao Programa - 1728532 - ANTONIO CARLOS DUARTE RICCIOTTI - UNIR