Abstract
Introducing the element of surprise is one of the main challenges in simulator training of in-flight emergencies. In this simulator study, we investigated the differences in performance between predictable and surprising circumstances, in order to obtain insight into the transfer of training between predictable training settings and surprising circumstances in operational practice. This was done by testing twenty airline pilots who recovered from an aerodynamic stall in two conditions: one anticipation condition and one surprise condition. All pilots practiced beforehand using predictable, or nonsurprising scenarios. The results show that pilots had significantly more difficulties in adhering to components of the FAA-commissioned recovery template in the surprise condition compared to the anticipation condition. These results suggest that predictable training may not be enough to prevent serious performance decrements under surprise.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 19th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology (ISAP 2017) |
Subtitle of host publication | Dayton, Ohio, USA, 8-11 May 2017 |
Editors | P.S. Tsang, M.A. Vidulich |
Number of pages | 6 |
Publication status | Published - 2017 |
Event | 19th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology - Dayton, United States Duration: 8 May 2017 → 11 May 2017 Conference number: 19 https://isap.wright.edu/conferences/2017 |
Conference
Conference | 19th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology |
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Abbreviated title | ISAP 2017 |
Country/Territory | United States |
City | Dayton |
Period | 8/05/17 → 11/05/17 |
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