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Expect increased bird activity during Phase II migratory season 1 October-31 March. Peterson (KCOS) is on the migratory path for Canadian geese during this time. Peterson Bird Watch Conditions are as follows: SEVERE - High bird population on or immediately above the active runway(s) or other specific locations that represent a high potential for strike. MODERATE - Increased bird population in locations which represent an increased potential for strike. The condition requires increased vigilance by all agencies and supervisors and caution by aircrews. LOW - Normal bird activity on and above the airfield with a low probability of hazard.
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Airfield Management Operations (AMO) has no classified storage capability. All classified must be stored at separate base facilities. AMO will arrange transportation for all aircrew members in need of a storage facility.
l.
Engine running On-loads/Off-loads (ERO) and Operations Stop (OPS STOP) procedures:
(1)
Authorized for space required passengers only.
(2)
48 hours prior notice for large framed aircraft ERO’s
(i.e. P-3, C-130, C-5, C-17, KC-10, etc.). Coordinate through Airfield Management Operations (AMO), DSN 834-4778/9.)
(3)
C-12 and C-21 Ops Stops provided based on available transient alert manning. Ops Stops conducted IAW applicable ACFT-1 checklists. Coordinate through 21SW/CCP, DSN 834-4225/6.
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Peterson AFB (KCOS) flightline is a no-smoking area. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas. Aircrew commander is to ensure all personnel are aware of this policy.
(21 OSS-OSA/21 OSS-OSA FIL 07-398)
8. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES -
a.
HOT BRAKES - The Colorado Springs (KCOS) ATC tower shall direct aircraft believed to have hot brakes to a predesignated area.
b.
HOT SECONDARY ARMAMENT - The Colorado Springs (KCOS) ATC tower shall direct aircraft that have hot secondary armament to a predesignated area.
c.
HYDRAZINE PRECAUTIONS FOR F-16 AIRCRAFT - The Colorado Springs (KCOS) ATC tower shall direct aircraft requiring hydrazine precautions to park in a predesignated area.
d.
HAZARDOUS CARGO - Hazardous cargo is restricted in accordance with US IFR Supplement entry. The Colorado Springs (KCOS) ATC tower shall direct any aircraft reported to have explosive cargo or hung bombs on board to the midpoint of Taxiway Delta. Multiple aircraft loadings accomplished by hand only. Single aircraft loading for operations utilizing mechanical equipment.
e.
Peterson jettison external/internal storage tanks area, fuel dumping and controlled bailout area is R2601 Fort Carson Artillery Range. Jettison area is off the BRK R-187 at 20-24 DME. Maintain communications with the Colorado Springs (KCOS) Control Tower at all times. In the event communications cannot be established or maintained, jettison must not be done and aircraft will not remain in R2601.
