Dynamic Evaluation of Absolute Altimeter Configurations.

Abstract

Six absolute altimeter display configurations were evaluated in a dynamic situation. Utilizing a GAT II-H simulator, seven rotary-wing aviators 'flew' two simulated nap-of-the-earth missions using each of the six different altimeters. Performance data was collected on reading speed, reading accuracy and pilot preference. The results indicated a significant difference between altimeters with regard to range, scale changes, and placement of the zero point. Questionnaire and rating scale data indicated strong personal preferences.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA008320

Entities

People

  • Anthony Antenucci
  • Clarence Fry
  • Neil A. Johnson
  • William Debellis

Organizations

  • Human Engineering Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Altimeters
  • Altitude Measuring Instruments
  • Instrumentation
  • Questionnaires
  • Simulators
  • Test And Evaluation

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Geodesy
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.