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Airport Wildlife Hazard Management: Tropical vs Temperate
Managing wildlife hazards at an airport in a tropical climate? Regardless of their geographical location, airports face significant...

Sam Lievense
5 min read


Mastering Sustainability
Sustainability is much more than just a buzzword. At Mastermark, we take sustainability with the utmost seriousness, focusing on all...

Sam Lievense
4 min read


The Impact of Flora on Aerodrome Safety: Beyond Aesthetics
Airports go beyond being mere transportation hubs; they are outdoor environments that form complex ecosystems. Choosing and maintaining...

Sam Lievense
4 min read


Bird Spikes for Airports: Enhancing Airport Safety with a Spiky Solution
When discussing wildlife hazard management, the abundance of tools and gadgets available can be overwhelming and potentially confusing,...

Sam Lievense
3 min read


Sky-High Sit-Down: Bob Mugaya from Uganda CAA
Bob Mugaya is a Bird Hazard and Wildlife Control Officer for Uganda's Entebbe International Airport with 20 years of experience. Bob's...

Sam Lievense
2 min read


Conversations From the Cockpit: Captain Achmad Sadikin
Captain Achmad Sadikin is an AirAsia pilot and Chairman of the Indonesian National Committee on Airport Wildlife Hazard Management. The...

Sam Lievense
2 min read


Mastering the Skies: You Asked, We Answered
Mastermark in collaboration with OMSI hosted the first ever “Mastering the Skies” event in Manila, Philippines this February. Your...

Sam Lievense
7 min read


Snakes in the Airport: Understanding the Presence, Problems, and Solutions
Airports are designed to ensure the smooth and safe operation of flights; however, the presence of snakes in these environments can pose...

Sam Lievense
4 min read


Behind the Scenes: Glimpse into an Airport Wildlife Biologist Laboratory
Airport wildlife biologists play a critical role in understanding, monitoring, and mitigating interactions between aviation and wildlife....

Sam Lievense
3 min read


Exploring the Role of an Airport Wildlife Biologist: A Day in the Life
Upon reading the title of this article, you might find yourself questioning the necessity of a Wildlife Biologist at an airport. It's a...

Sam Lievense
5 min read
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