Date of Award
Spring 2004
Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Degree Name
Master of Science in Human Factors & Systems
Department
Human Factors and Systems
Committee Chair
Steve Hall, Ph.D.
Committee Member
Shawn Doherty, Ph.D.
Committee Member
Cass Howell, Ph.D.
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the learning curve associated with complex flight behavior for both conventional and synthetic vision systems (SVS). The objective was to assess potential differences in learning curves and subjective workload. Workload data across trials indicated a negative linear trend, with a significantly lower level of workload on the synthetic vision display compared to conventional instruments. Levels of performance were significantly higher in the SVS condition, and revealed a quadratic trend, supporting the hypothesis that skill acquisition occurs faster while training with the SVS. These differences in learning and workload curves have implications for the development of training curricula as well as certification guidelines.
Scholarly Commons Citation
Accettullo, Erin E., "Instrument Pilot Skill Acquisition in the Early Phases of Flight Training Using an Advanced Cockpit Display System" (2004). Master's Theses - Daytona Beach. 1.
https://commons.erau.edu/db-theses/1
