Development of an objective method of recording flight performance

Improving flight proficiency evaluation in Army helicopter pilot training.

“…The work described in this report was largely based on the Air Force precedent. The development~l aspects of the Air Force work are described by Smith, Flexman, and Houston (19) and Smith and Flexman (L8). The objective method developed was relatively reliable in comparison with the traditional system (most estimates of ride/ride relationships averaged above .50), but the reliability varied considerably from one application to the next, ranging from .17 to .67 (12).…”

“…Interobserver studies are traditionally an integral part of flight proficiency measurement research (19). A method was sought Jn this study for obtaining interobserver agreement data by placing two check pilotýs in the same aircraft, both evaluating the student's performance simultanc•.niiy.…”

Perceptual-psychomotor tests in aircrew selection: Historical review and advanced concepts

“…Ornstein (1957) provided concise summaries of much of the work in his annotated bibliography. Among the more important contributions from the point of view of criterion development were the objective methods for recording flight performance which were developed in an extensive job analysis by Smith, Flexman, and Houston (1952).…”

Psychophysiological effects of aging--Developing a functional age index for pilots: III. Measurement of pilot performance

“…Apparently, there is evidence that pilots accept•such a ssyz:cm If it ha-been proven to be sensitive, valid and faL- (34).…”

“…Another example of an attempt to make use of existing technology for recording and assessing pilot performance automatically is the development and application of the advanced inflight monitoring system designed by Trans Wnrld Airlines (MWA), Incorporated (34).…”