Unique Challenges in Aviation Human Factors Research
Explore the distinctive characteristics of aviation that present challenges in human factors research, including pilot-personality factors, system complexity, and variable stressors. The interaction of pilots, aircraft, and environment creates a high-risk, mentally demanding work environment with varying degrees of automation and sensory engagement.
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Aviation Human Factors Nicoletta Fala Oct 7 2019
Aviation has unique characteristics that pose challenges in human factors research System = Pilot + Aircraft + Environment Pilot personality Highly skilled with specialized training High-risk environment Mental workload Rarity of events Single crew vs multi crew
Aviation has unique characteristics that pose challenges in human factors research System = Pilot + Aircraft + Environment System complexity Automation Different flavors of aviation: sport vs mode of transport Variation in systems
Aviation has unique characteristics that pose challenges in human factors research System = Pilot + Aircraft + Environment Variable Adds to workload Stressors depend on operations Engages (or overwhelms) most senses
