The Effects of System and Environmental Factors Upon Experienced Pilot Performance in the Advanced Simulator for Pilot Training.

摘要

The objectives of the study were: (a) to assess the relative contribution of platform motion, G-seat and visual factors to pilot performance in the Advanced Simulator for Pilot Training (ASPT); (b) to acquire information on the relationships between system output and pilot input measures as collected in the ASPT; and (c) to evaluate the utility of economical multifactor designs for Flying Training Division, Air Force Human Resources Laboratory (AFHRL/FT) research in flight simulation. Three experienced T-37 pilots flew five maneuvers in the ASPT under combinations of the independent variables: platform motion, G-seat, field of view, turbulence, wind and ceiling/visibility. Automated performance measures based on system parameters, pilot inputs and derived scores were collected and analyzed. Both main and interactive effects of the independent variables were found for a majority of the maneuvers. A discussion of the utility of the economical multifactor designs is included. Additionally, implications for determining the direction of future studies are discussed. (Author)