Human Factors in Aviation and Aerospace

Fully updated and expanded version of the highly successful second edition of Human Factors in Aviation, this book is written for the widespread aviation community - students, engineers, scientists, pilots, managers, government personnel, etc. The new editors offer essential breadth of experience on aviation human factors from multiple perspectives (i.e. scientific research, regulation, funding agencies, technology, and implementation) as well as knowledge about the science. Beginning with more general topics like, it moves on to more specific topics such as pilot performance, human factors in aircraft design, and vehicles and systems. Uses real-world case examples of dangers and solutions Includes a new chapter on cockpit resource management Examines future directions for aviation psychology and human factors in aviation, in two new, separate chapters Emphasizes the international perspective