Stress and Aircraft Maintenance Performance in a Combat Environment
Abstract
This effort examines the impact of stress on the performance of aircraft maintenance in a combat environment. The theoretical literature and research, and cases from actual combat situations, indicate that performance could be significantly degraded. The literature is not clear on a definition of stress and no practical measure of stress exists. Also, the relationship between stress and performance is not accurately predictable. In addition, maintenance capability will be degraded through psychological casualties. The intensity of the battle will dictate the psychological casualty rate, but most casualties will be returnable to duty in 3 or 4 days, given the proper treatment. The shape of the relationship between combat stress and performance is suggested, and recommendations are made as to what additional research might be conducted. Keywords: Psychological stress.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA198583
Entities
People
- William D. Kane Jr.
Organizations
- Western Carolina University