DYNAMIC SIMULATION STUDIES OF PICTORIAL NAVIGATION DISPLAYS AS AIDS TO AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL IN A HIGH-DENSITY TERMINAL AREA AND A MEDIUM-DENSITY TERMINAL AREA
Abstract
An evaluation to determine the effect of cockpit pictorial displays on system operation in representative high-density and medium-density terminal areas is described. The representative areas of study were New York and Kansas City. Simulation of present-day control methods and procedures provided a basis for comparison aginst tests in which varying percentages of the traffic were equipped with pictorial display capabilities. A description of the various applications of pictorial displays, along with an evaluation of the related values, procedures, route structures and techniques, is included. The nature and distribution of air movements include arrivals, departures, overflights, and all types of aircraft currently using each airfield. Major improvements were in the areas of reduced controller workload and an increased ability to manipulate traffic. The pictorial display routes, procedures, and techniques can be systematically integrated with the existing system. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0275707
Entities
People
- Andrew L. Sluka
- Walter E. Faison