Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2025

Abstract

Fatigue is a critical issue in aviation, particularly for ab-initio pilots undergoingmilitary flight training. This study investigates the impact of mental fatigue,training scheduling, environmental stressors, and biological needs on theperformance of 104 military ab-initio pilots. Using a comprehensive survey andadvanced statistical analyses, significant negative correlations were identifiedbetween performance and mental fatigue (r=−0.65, p<0.01) training scheduling(r=−0.60, p<0.01), environmental stressors (r=−0.52, p<0.01), and biologicalneeds (r=−0.48, p<0.05). The findings highlight the detrimental effects ofcumulative fatigue and stress on ab-initio pilot performance. Practicalimplications include the need for optimized training schedules, improved cockpitenvironments, and interventions targeting mental and physical resilience. Thisstudy underscores the importance of proactive fatigue management strategies toenhance safety and efficiency in military flight training.

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Presented at the 23rd International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, May 27-30, 2025, Hosted by Oregon State University

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