Research papers

Introduction to the Special Issue on Human Factors in Aviation

In this introduction to the special issue, the guest editors situate the selected articles within the ongoing conversation about Human Factors in Aviation.

Instructional Fidelity in Virtual Flight: Applying a Structured Learning Model for VR-Based Pilot Training

As immersive training technologies reshape the future of aviation education, this study explores the impact of integrating Virtual Reality (VR) into a structured instructional model for B-52 pilot training.

The Human Toll of Change: Reframing Fatigue as a Latent Risk in Aviation Human Factors

Aviation organizations are operating in an era of rapid, overlapping transformation that places continuous cognitive and emotional demands on personnel.

The Role of Cognitive Flexibility and Psychological Resilience in Enhancing Operational Performance Among Air Traffic Controllers

The aim of the study was to examine the effect of cognitive flexibility on psychological resilience among air traffic controllers (ATCOs).

The Reasons for the Silence of First Officers: A Qualitative Study

This study explores the reasons why first officers choose to remain silent in the cockpit or refrain from reporting errors after a flight.

Approaching language as a human factor in aviation: the challenges of pilot language training in the academic level in Brazil

Language training for pilots poses challenges worldwide as the use of Aviation English entails a number of features portrayed from a Human Factors perspective.

Change Fatigue in Aviation Maintenance through a Human Factors Lens

Aviation is a demanding and fast-paced industry and it is not uncommon for aviation professionals, including maintainers, to experience rapid disruption and organizational change.

Anthropometry Considerations in the Design and Evaluation of Flight Deck Displays and Controls: Literature Review

The regulatory requirements and guidance for showing compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration anthropometric considerations in aircraft design are widely dispersed in an array of source documents.

INTEGRATED RISK ASSESSMENT IN RAMP HANDLING OPERATIONS: RISK MAPPING FOR TURKISH AIRPORTS

Ramp handling acts a vital role in sustainable airport operations. The ramp related services provided to aircraft and their passengers at the airports are related to the landing, take-off, unloading and loading of the ai…

Fatigue In Collegiate Aviation

Flight training has received little attention in fatigue research. Only transfers of knowledge gained in commercial and military aviation have been applied to general aviation without bridging the gap to the training env…

Enhancing Aviation Maintenance Training Using Scenario-based Education

Aviation maintenance technician training programs primarily utilize general aviation equipment. Most graduates in the current demand-driven environment are taking positions with air carriers and MRO’s.

Effectiveness of Hazardous Attitudes Mitigation in Pilot Training

One of the minimum levels of flight training required to fly within the US includes obtaining the necessary skills to acquire a Private Pilot Certificate.

Effect of Anthropometric Variability on Middle-Market Aircraft Seating

A middle-of-market aircraft, or MoMA, is defined as an aircraft capable of flying 180-250 passengers without refueling for 2,300-5,800 miles(~2,000-5,000 nautical miles).

Commercial Aircraft Electronic Checklists: Benefits and Challenges (Literature Review)

Procedural omissions and errors have been an inherent problem in aviation since 1935 when a B-17 crashed shortly after takeoff to the era of today’s advanced aircraft.

Mid Morning Concurrent Sessions: Human Factors: Human Error and Cockpit Automation: Presentation: Exploring Pilots' Experiences of Integrating Technologically Advanced Aircraft Within General Aviation

A prevalent misconception is that technologically advanced aircraft (TAA) –those with so-called glass cockpits– improved general aviation safety; consequently, scientific research proved that TAA have not improved aviati…

Assessing Computer Vision Syndrome Risk for Pilots

The purpose of this study was to determine if pilots are at risk for computer vision syndrome (CVS) as computer display technology becomes commonplace in modern cockpits and simulators.

Book Review: Understanding the Misunderstandings in Pilot-Controller Dialogue

Misunderstandings in any environment can be detrimental, if not counterproductive, to the intentions, expectations, or objective(s) of any communication, but in complex airspace congested by heavy traffic, pilot-controll…