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Accession Number:
AD0753729
Title:
Pilot Performance as a Function of Three Types of Altitude Displays.
Corporate Author:
AERONAUTICAL SYSTEMS DIV WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OHIO
Report Date:
1972-08-01
Abstract:
Thirty-six Air Force pilots having current flying status flew a series of missions to compare pilot performance on three altimeters AAU-19, 3-inch tape, and digital readout. Using a C-135B simulator, each subject flew a series of missions simulating actual procedures used in take-off, flight, and landing maneuvers. The subjects were task-loaded to prevent over concentration on altitude performance. Performance data were based on the pilots ability to maintain altitudes specified by the ground control operator during various mission phases. From evaluation of the performance data, it was concluded that within the experimental test envelope with optimal flying conditions and high task loading the digital readout was superior to the other two instruments tested however, the AAU-19 and 3-inch tape were within acceptable limits. Author
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 4 Jan-1 Apr 72,
Pages:
0084
File Size:
0.00MB
