STUDY AND DEVELOPMENT OF EQUIPMENT FOR SIMULATING BLIND FLYING.
Abstract
The objectives in Phase A were to determine the methods which have been used to simulate blind flying and to provide an orientation to the problems involved in evaluation of these methods. A more systematic study of the experiences and opinions of Navy pilots was conducted in Phase B. By means of a questionnaire, 143 pilots provided information on the basis of flying experience about usage of simulated blind flying equipment, evaluations of various systems, and difficulties with and desired improvements in the Blue-Amber system. Four systems were found to be both acceptable to pilots and effective in providing blind flying practice. In Phase C, an issue found from the survey to be crucial was investigated experimentally. With a laboratory setup closely resembling the flying situation in relevant aspects, a test was made of the comparative effect of the Blue-Amber and Venetian Blind systems on the perceptual ability of the safety-pilot for objects outside the aircraft. On the basis of previous phases, recommendations were made in Phase D for the use of the Blue-Amber system. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 30, 1949
- Accession Number
- AD0660026
Entities
People
- John C. Flanagan
- R. Fitzpatrick
Organizations
- American Institutes for Research