Training Effectiveness Evaluation of Device 2F117: OFT for CH-46 Helicopter

Abstract

This paper summarizes the project activities accomplished during a twelve (12) month Training Effectiveness Evaluation of Device 2F117, the Operational Flight Trainer for the CH-46 Helicopter. The application of the operational flight trainer to squadron training was analyzed in consideration of instructional system requirements. The intent was to assess OFT effectiveness with minimal interference with established training procedures. A survey of pilots to assess the performance characteristics of the OFT and instructional support materials; an OFT utilization survey; the development of criterion based evaluation procedures; and the results of the evaluation are reported. The paper concludes with discussion of the application of OFTs to helicopter training systems; the development and implementation of criterion referenced performance measurement techniques; and issues related to conducting TEEs in a military training setting.