Re: CFIT study
Jean LaRoche (info_at_aero.ca)
Thu, 25 Jun 98 15:14:02 -0400
>I am doing a review for a CFIT paper. I know there as been lots of high
>tech research on CRM issues with respect to glass cockpits, etc. I was
>hoping to focus more on the visual illusion aspect with landings at night
>or over water where there was very little outside reference. This is
>especially an issue for GA and commercial traffic overseas where there may
>not be much background lighting form towns. Does anyone have recommended
>research studies on the topic of CFIT and visual illusions or lack of
>visual reference. Of course, the logical solution is to fly a publish
>approach, if available.
Even flying apublished approach will require a visual transition, sooner
or later.
>Thanks,
>
>Stewart Schreckengast
You can start with this: www.aero.ca/News2_95.html ... second article
...and from there, I can give you other references depending where you
want to go.
Jean LaRoche
Montreal