Effectiveness of a Map Interpretation and Terrain Analysis Course on Nap-of-the-Earth Navigation Training of Crewchief/Observers.

摘要

This report documents the training effectiveness of a map interpretation and terrain analysis course (MITAC) in enhancing the nap-of-the-earth (NOE) navigation skills of scout helicopter crewchief/observers in Europe. A two-group transfer of training study showed that MITAC trained enlisted crewchief/observers could navigate a scout helicopter while flying NOE with almost twice the speed and 35% fewer errors as untrained crewchief/observers. These data are compared with similar data from student aviators obtained in the U.S. It was concluded that MITAC could be used effectively to train crewchief/observers to navigate NOE and that MITAC could be used to train both aviators and nonaviators in Europe. (Author)