Navigation Training Methods for Low-Altitude Flight.

Abstract

A prototype training course to apply map interpretation and terrain analysis (MITAC-II) to low-altitude fixed-wing navigation was developed to improve visual orientation skills of Marine Corps aircrews. The course consisted of a slide-tape illustrated lecture and a series of dynamic simulation exercises using 70-mm cinematic techniques. Fifteen advanced aircrew training instructors participated in the demonstration and evaluation of the course and served as subject-matter experts. MITAC-II was pronounced effective in improving low-altitude orientation with specific improvements recommended for the production model. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA115179

Entities

People

  • Dieter W. Jahns
  • J. D. Gilmour
  • Judi Qualy

Organizations

  • Boeing Military Aircraft

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Altitude
  • California
  • Civilian Personnel
  • Computers
  • Fixed Wing Aircraft
  • Flight Speeds
  • Low Altitude
  • Materials
  • Military Research
  • Navigation
  • Pilots
  • Simulators
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.