Aircrew Critique of High-G Centrifuge Training: Part 3. What Can We Change to Better Serve You
Abstract
We have successfully initiated centrifuge high-G training for fighter attack aviators at the Naval Air Development Center. The response of aircrew to a post-training critique question asking how the program could be modified to better meet operational needs was evaluated so aircrew might have the ability to improve their training program. The recommendations could be grouped into 5 major categories: (1) no change, (2) addition of a closed loop aerial combat maneuvering (ACM) profile with bogey on a tracking task, (3)centrifuge gondola modifications, (4) training profile modifications, and (5) modifications concerning when the training is given. A number of suggestions for improvement are worth pursuing and implementing immediately. Although caution should be exercise when altering the content and goals of the proven successful program, we strongly concur with several of the changes. This includes providing a closed loop ACM profile with at least a moderately high-fidelity tracking task (bogey) and at least optional G-LOC training.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 11, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA243496
Entities
People
- James E. Whinnery
- Richard J. Hamilton
Organizations
- Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster