Human performance and limitations in aviation
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Human performance and limitations in aviation
Blackwell Science , [US distributor] Iowa State University Press, 2002
3rd ed
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Bibliography: p. 187
Includes index
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Description
Human error is cited as a major cause in over 70% of accidents, and it is widely agreed that a better understanding of human capabilities and limitations - both physical and psychological - would help reduce human error and improve flight safety. This book was first published when the UK Civil Aviation Authority introduced an examination in human performance and limitations for all private and professional pilot licences. Now the Joint Aviation Authorities of Europe have published a new syllabus as part of their Joint Aviation Requirements for Flight Crew Licensing.
The book has been completely revised and rewritten to take account of the new syllabus. The coverage of basic aviation psychology has been greatly expanded, and the section on aviation physiology now includes topics on the high altitude environment and on health maintenance. Throughout, the text avoids excessive jargon and technical language.
"There is no doubt that this book provides an excellent basic understanding of the human body, its limitations, the psychological processes and how they interact with the aviation environment. I am currently studying for my ATPL Ground Exams and I found this book to be an invaluable aid. It is equally useful for those studying for the PPL and for all pilots who would like to be reminded of their physiological and psychological limitations."
-General Aviation, June 2002
Table of Contents
Preface ix
Part 1: Human Factors: Basic Concepts 1
1 Human Factors in Aviation 3
Part 2: Basic Aviation Physiology and Health Maintenance 9
2 The Basics of Flight Physiology 11
3 Man and the Environment - The Sensory System 39
4 Health and Hygiene 69
Part 3: Basic Aviation Psychology 99
5 Human Information Processing 101
6 Human Error and Reliability 116
7 Decision making 125
8 Avoiding and Managing Errors: Cockpit Management 132
9 Personality 149
10 Human Overload and Underload 157
11 Advanced Cockpit Automation 178
In Conclusion 186
Bibliography 187
Index 188
by "Nielsen BookData"