BCAS Air
Our fully automated system for bird and wildlife control covers the whole spectrum of detection, recognition, tracking and deterrence of birds from zones of protection, 24/7, in all weather conditions. It is the most technologically advanced bird control solution on the global market, keeping airports bird-free in a nature-friendly way.
The BCAS Air Technology
Detection
Panoramic Thermal Imaging Camera
- 180° panoramic field of view of each unit
- 500+ meters detection of average-size birds
- Detection, recognition, and tracking of birds in all weather conditions, even in zero visibility
- Multiple bird detections
Deterrence
Acoustic Module
- Designed to evoke ASR (Acoustic Startle Reflex)
- Powerful acoustic emitter – 145 dB @ 1 m
- Effective deterrence at 400 m
- Unique sound wave – no habituation, no harassment ● Minimal noise disturbance – only upon detection
- Sound wave focused at targeted birds
- Runway clearance function – manual structured emission of signals by all units as little as 1 min before take-off / landing
Data
Monitoring and Control Center
- Modular web-based application
- Video record of every detection
- Remote control of all functions
- Quick storage and data retrieval
- Statistical database with detection logs
Why BCAS Air?
Оver 150 systems on 4 continents
Custom design to satisfy the particular ornithological and operational needs of each airport
Fully automatic solution with outstanding efficiency through a combination of bird control techniques
Operational 24/7 in all-weather conditions
No habituation – scientifically proven and field-tested for all types of birds
Highest build quality, low maintenance costs and 15+ years lifetime expectancy
State of the art technology and innovation, 100% quality control
Harmless to wildlife
Sensitization effect on birds towards protected areas
Full compliance with ICAO, FAA, ECAC and other generally applicable airport non-interference and safety standards
BCAS Air vs Alternatives
| BCAS Air vs Alternatives | BCAS Air | Gas Cannon | Acoustic repellent | Bird control operator / team | Day camera system | Radar system | Thermal imaging camera system |
| Daytime detection | YES | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Nighttime detection | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO | YES | YES |
| Low / Zero visibility detection | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO | YES | YES |
| Fully automated | YES | NO | YES | NO | YES | YES | YES |
| Deterrence capability | YES | YES | YES | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| Targeted sound wave | YES | NO | NO | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| ASR induction | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| No habituation | YES | YES | NO | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| Sensitization | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Object real-time tracking | YES | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Video recordings | YES | NO | NO | NO | YES | NO | YES |
| No harm to wildlife / No stress induction | YES | NO | YES | NO | YES | YES | YES |
| Statistical / Historical data | YES | NO | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES |
Technical specification
| Camera specification | |
| Detector type | Uncooled LWIR Thermal Imager |
| Resolution | 640px x 4096px |
| Pixel size | 17 µm |
| Spectral band | 7.5 – 13.5 µm |
| Performance | <50 mK @ f/1.0 |
| Focal length | 19/25/35/50 mm |
| Vertical field of view (VFOV) | 26°/20°/14°/9.9°26°/20°/14°/9.9° |
| Horizontal field of view (HFOV) | 32°/25°/18°/12.4°32°/25°/18°/12.4° |
| Spatial field of view (IFOV) | 20° x 205° |
| Bird detection range (100cm wingspan) | max. 1300m @ 50mm focal length |
| Maximum horizontal angle of rotation | 180° |
| Scanning rate – 180° | 12s @ 25mm focal length |
| Minimum scanning angle (horizontal) | 1° |
| Power supply | 24VDC / 2A |
| Acoustic specifications | |
| Sensitivity 2x1W/1m | 123 dB |
| Sound Pressure Level (Peak) | 145 dB |
| Beam width | ± 15° @ 2kHz/-3dB |
| Deterrence signal | Proprietary for evoking ASR |
| Max power | 600W |
| Nominal impedance | 2×4 ohm |
| Power supply | 24VDC / 2A |
| Control module specification | |
| Dimensions | H/W/D 900/700/500 mm |
| Weight | 70 kg |
| Power supply | 85-264 VАC / 50-60Hz / 5.9A |
| Connection and communication specification | |
| Communication interface | Ethernet |
| Ethernet type | 10/100 Mbps, RJ-45 |
| Protocols | TCP/IP, HTTPS, FTP, SNMP |
| Ethernet standard | IEEE 802.3 |
| User interface | Web-based UI |
| Environmental conditions | |
| Operating temperature | -20°C ÷ +55°C |
| Storage temperature | -20°C ÷ +60°C |
| Operating relative humidity | 100% |
| Ingress protection Camera / Acoustic / Control modules | IP65 / IP54 / IP54 |
| Physical specification | |
| Overall dimensions (excl. mounting screws and accessories) | H/W/D 1040/705/1222 mm |
| Weight Camera / Acoustic module (excl. mounting frame) | 14 / 15 kg |
| Build material (modules) | AL5754-H111, AL6082-T6, anodized |
| Build material (mounting frame) | AL5754-H111, AL6060-T6, chemically coated |
| Weight (mounting frame) | 18.5kg |
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