The term Austringer refers to one who normally flies which type of longwings?

The term Austringer specifically refers to a falconer who specializes in flying passage hawks or falcons, particularly those that have recently migrated and are caught in their first year, before they have started breeding. These birds, being young and less experienced, are generally easier to train and often exhibit strong hunting instincts, making them preferred choices for many falconers.

Passage birds typically represent a herd of migratory raptors that are caught during a specific season when they are coming from their breeding grounds, usually in the northern regions, to their wintering locations. This group is distinguished from eyasses, which are young birds that are still in the nest, and hybrids or shortwings, which refer to different categories of raptors with varying training techniques and hunting styles. The focus on passage birds makes the term Austringer particularly relevant to those who seek to work with these migration-driven hawks, emphasizing both the timing of their capture and the particular skills required to train them effectively.