AIM RAC 1.14.1 Fur and Poultry Farms
 

Experience has shown that aviation noise caused by rotary wing and fixed wing
aircraft flying at low altitudes can cause serious economic losses to the farming
industry. The classes of livestock particularly sensitive are poultry (including ostriches
and emus), because of the crowding syndrome and stampeding behaviour they exhibit
when irritated and frightened, and foxes who, when excited, will eat or abandon their
young. Avoid overflying these farms below 2 000 feet AGL.

Fur farms may be marked with chrome yellow and black strips painted on pylons or
roofs. In addition, a red flag may be flown during whelping season (February – May).
Pilots are, therefore, warned that any locations so marked should be avoided and that
during the months of February, March, April and May, special vigilance should be
maintained.

AIM RAC 1.14.3 Reindeer, Caribou, Moose and Muskoxen Conservation

Pilots should be aware that flying low over herds of reindeer, caribou, moose or
muskoxen may result in reducing the animal population. Accidents resulting in broken
bones may increase. Exhausted and disorganized animals are more susceptible to be
attacked by wolves; feeding is interrupted; and normal herd movement and
reproductive functions may be seriously disrupted.
 

It is important that all pilots flying aircraft in the north country realize the value of
these animals to native welfare. The co-operation of all is requested in eliminating any
action which might lead to unnecessary losses of these valuable animals.
Pilots should not fly at an altitude less than 2 000 feet AGL when in the vicinity of
herds of reindeer or caribou.