Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2009
City
Dayton
Abstract
This document outlines the Air Line Pilots Association’s (ALPA) aviation automation concerns and expresses the recommendations of both experienced pilots and experts alike. Refer to our statement of position document for additional details at www.ALPA.org under Safety, HFT (Human Factors and Training). Safe and effective aviation automation∗ is only possible when human factors principles are utilized properly. We strongly encourage engineers, regulators, and operators to apply human factors considerations at every stage of aviation automation hardware, software, and procedure design. Occasionally procedures or products are implemented without these considerations. This inattention can make usage problematic and has produced unintended consequences resulting in accidents and incidents. Incorporation of human factors considerations early in product/procedure design will help to avoid repetition of past mistakes and will ensure that automation maintains and increases the level of aviation safety in the future.
Repository Citation
Fennell, K.,
Pruchnicki, S.,
McKenney, D.,
Reidemar, H.,
& Comstock, K.
(2009). Aviation Automation Design and Implementation - the Need for Human Factors Considerations. 2009 International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, 299-304.
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