A SURVEY OF AIRCRAFT VISUAL APPROACH SLOPE INDICATORS.

Abstract

This report summarizes descriptions and evaluations of 18 visual approach slope indicators reported in the literature since 1959. Each provides the pilot with visual information, which, when properly interpreted, directs him along a prescribed glidescope to the landing area. Eleven of the indicators were designed for use aboard aircraft carriers, four for use in bare-base operations, and three for use at large complex airfields. A summary which includes the salient advantages and disadvantages of the aids is included. Adoption of a standardized objective evaluation technique is recommended. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0840114

Entities

People

  • Herbert J. Clark

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircraft Carriers
  • Aircrafts
  • Bare Bases
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Data Displays
  • Indicators
  • Landing Fields
  • Literature
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Vehicles
  • Visual Approach Slope Indicators

Readers

  • Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management
  • Systems Analysis and Design