Foundations of Military Pilot Selection Systems: World War I
Abstract
This report describes the development of the U.S. Army pilot selection system beginning in World War I. It starts with a review of aviation in the United States up to 1917. The phases of flight training then are described with the associated failure and fatality rates. Some cost estimates for each phase also are provided. Finally, the pilot selection system itself is described. Because the selection system was revised over time, the early system (administered from May, 1917 to February, 1918) is described first, followed by the revised system (administered from March, 1918 to November, 1918). Additions to the initial battery are described, as are the tests that were under development at the time of the Armistice.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA474611
Entities
People
- Diane L. Damos