An Investigation of Possible Correlations Between Individual Pilot Performance and Neurological Functions.
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a meaningful correlation exists between some quantifiable element of a pilot's neurological activity and his performance at the controls of an aircraft. A new, unique system for quantifying pilot performance was developed using the Singer GAT-1B Link Flight Simulator. A system was also developed for monitoring and recording pilot neurological functions in a cockpit environment. Significant changes in the pilot performance and neurological functions were observed. An apparent trend was observed also relating changes in pilot performance to changes in a pilot's pre-flight neurological state. Ground work was laid for further investigation into the possibility of predicting pilot performance based on a comparison of the pilot's current neurological state and developing neurologically based criteria for pilot duty cycles. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 23, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA045372
Entities
People
- Edgar Rogers Enochs
Organizations
- naval air station