Description
Book Synopsisaeo includes further recent revisions to the European JAR syllabus aeo a readable guide which avoids too much complexity aeo suitable not only for private but also commercial pilots aeo based on an international syllabus, the book will appeal to overseas training in English aeo a a very useful reference book.
Trade Review"...is not only essential reading for those taking examinations but is an invaluable guide for all of us who fly, instruct in the air, teach on the ground and examine." (
The Aerospace Professional)
"The writing is concise, easy to follow, and enjoyable to read." (Aviation, Space and Environmental Medicine)
"a very useful reference book...worthwhile and recommended" (Australian Air Pilot)
Table of ContentsPreface 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
