Aviation Flight Training Research Articles

Flight Trainee Performance Evaluation Using Gradient Boosting Decision Tree, Particle Swarm Optimization, and Convolutional Neural Network (GBDT-PSO-CNN) in Simulated Flights

Flight simulation training is one of the most important methods in early-stage civil aviation flight training. In this regard, flight simulation competitions are effective tools for evaluating the flight skills of trainees. In this study, a model is developed for evaluating the flight skills of trainees by integrating GBDT (Gradient Boosting Decision Tree), PSO (Particle Swarm Optimization), and CNNs (Convolutional Neural Networks). Flight data from simulations is employed for model training. Initially, performance data and scores are gathered from a simulated flight competition platform. The GBDT algorithm is then applied to filter and identify essential flight parameters from the collected data. Subsequently, the PSO-CNN model is utilized to train on the extracted flight parameters. The proposed GBDT-PSO-CNN model achieves a recognition rate of 93.8% on the test dataset. This assessment system is of significant importance for improving the specific maneuvering skill level of flight trainees.

The nature and costs of civil aviation flight training safety occurrences

The continuing growth of the aviation industry will see robust demand for more qualified pilots in the coming years. To meet the standards required to qualify as pilot, individuals must undergo extensive training. Flight training, like all other parts of aviation, is not without risks. Previous research that examined the nature and costs of accidents and incidents within the general aviation industry has put little emphasis on flight training. The present work explores the nature and costs of incident, serious incidents, and accidents within the Australian flight training industry between the 1st of January 2000 and the 31st of December 2019. This study of 7863 flight training safety occurrences is the single largest study of the phenomena to date. This has facilitated the confirmation of some previous noted results, as well as refuting some others. All flight training data categories are statistically significantly different relative to all general aviation occurrences, as reported to the ATSB. It was noted that safety occurrences during landing and approach phases are significantly higher for flight training than previous studies. Occurrences during climb and standing resulted in more injuries and fatalities than expected. While solo instructional flights were found to be less fatal, the probability of an accident or serious incident or aircraft damage being from solo operations has increased over the period of the study. Of particular concern is that the accident and occurrence rates have increased over the period examined. The fact that the safety of flight training has not significantly improved is further shown by the extremely high costs that have resulted from these incidents and accidents.

Understanding Factors Underlying Fatigue among Collegiate Aviation Pilots in the United States

An increase in evidence-based studies into the deleterious effects of fatigue on flight operations has been reported by key aviation groups globally. The collegiate aviation flight training environment has not been researched at the same level when compared to military and airline operations. College aged students are unique in the sense that they are tasked with classwork, studying, participation in student organizations, social activities, and often have part time jobs within and outside of the academic environment. These conditions may cause errors, incidents, accidents, poor academic performance, and undesirable health metrics. The purpose of this study was to understand fatigue as a multi-factorial dimension and to assess potential relationships among these factors using hypothesized measurement models. The research team distributed the Collegiate Aviation Fatigue Inventory II (CAFI-II) to eight small, medium, and large collegiate aviation programs in the United States. The CAFI-II primarily focuses on fatigue awareness, causes and symptoms of fatigue, and lifestyle choices. Four hundred and twenty-two (n = 422) valid responses were obtained. Results suggested a direct predictive relationship between fatigue in collegiate flight training and the perceptions of respondents of conditions that are known to cause fatigue. Findings also suggested that respondents who had a favorable perception of fatigue risk and management programs had a better understanding of the causes of fatigue.

The Nature and Costs of Civil Aviation Flight Training Safety Occurrences

The Nature and Costs of Civil Aviation Flight Training Safety Occurrences

Comprehensive Assessment of Fatigue and Stress Research on Collegiate Aviation Pilots in the United States

Recently, there has been a reemergence of fatigue research within the collegiate aviation environment. Nevertheless, the collegiate aviation flight training environment has not been researched as much when compared to military and airline operations creating an opportunity for examination. University students are unique in the sense that they are tasked with academic tasks such as studying, participating in student organizations, social activities, and are often employed part-time within and outside of the academic environment. The workload experienced by students may cause errors, incidents, accidents, poor academic performance, repeat flight and simulator lessons as well as undesirable health metrics. This work aims to gather data on college students in an attempt to bolster Fatigue Risk Management System (FRMS) concepts. The proposed implementation of psychological Fatigue Indicators identifies critical and significant risks related to the current Fatigue Risk Management System, especially in atypical periods when the aviation industry is experiencing substantial disruptions and psychological fatigue is prevalent. The purpose of this proceeding is to communicate recent research methodologies, results, and practical implications as well as ongoing studies.

Artificial Intelligence Simulation Research Based on Aviation Flight Training Technology

The evaluation of flight teaching quality management is not only for students, but also for teachers. Teachers use a teaching model in long-term teaching. This teaching model may be suitable for some students, but it may not be suitable for all students. Through the evaluation of the rationality of the content of the teacher’s explanation in the class, the time of the course, the enthusiasm of the students in the class, the mastery of the theoretical knowledge of the students after the class and the level of the students’ flying skills, teachers can clearly understand their own deficiencies in teaching Corrections in a targeted manner. During the flight, students often have negative psychology that is contrary to flight safety due to the long-term application of a single flight technology. The existence of this kind of psychology can easily bury hidden flight hazards and affect the flight effect of students in formal flight. Therefore, instructors should improve the level of professional skills of students, pay attention to cultivating rigorous flying style and use artificial intelligence technology to train strong professional skills and work hard. Improve the level of manipulation. At the same time, it is also necessary to establish the flying awareness of students “persist in being unsafe and not flying, if you want to fly, you must be safe”.

UKRAINIAN AIRCRAFT CONSTRUCTION AS THE PRECONDITION OF EMERGENCE OF DOMESTIC AVIATION EDUCATION

The historical preconditions for the emergence of the domestic system of civil aviation flight training in Ukraine were its active actions in the process of the development of aviation and aircraft construction. The particular aim of this article is to study the historic development of Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, to find out how it became the cradle of Ukrainian aviation and plane construction, to highlight and characterize the key persons who influenced the development of the domestic aircraft industry, to give the comparative characteristics to old educational and modern principles of aircraft constructors training. To solve the tasks of the article, a set of research methods was used, due to its subject, goals and objectives: comparative analysis (theoretical analysis, synthesis, generalization, systematization of scientific sources, periodicals to solve this problem and clarify the conceptual apparatus of the study); chronological and diachronic (determination the development and essential changes in preparing the aircraft construction personnel in KPI); search and bibliographic (systematization and classification of pedagogical, methodical, scientific literature, archival materials, periodicals on the aeronautical achievements in Kyiv Polytechnic Institute); comparative and historical (analysis and comparison of socio-pedagogical phenomena that make it possible to identify positive inputs in Ukrainian aviation industry). Comparing educational methods at the beginning of the XX century and the beginning of the XXI century, it should be noted that now in addition to generating talented ideas the student should have many professional competencies. In addition to strict requirements for future specialists, the state also makes certain requirements for higher education institutions that train future aircraft designers.

The Effect of Public Law 111-216 on Collegiate Flight Programs: Perceptions of Aviation Faculty and Flight Center Personnel

In response to the 2009 Colgan 3407 airline crash and ensuing public concern, Public Law 111-216: The Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 was signed into law on August 1, 2010. This legislation mandated significant changes to the aviation and airline industries. Among these changes, an increase in pilot qualification standards was enforced for pilots seeking employment with US air carriers. This study explores the perceptions of aviation faculty members and flight center personnel at four-year collegiate flight training programs in the US regarding the effect of PL 111-216. Results of this national study indicate the majority of respondents believe PL 111-216 will have an adverse effect on collegiate aviation flight students, collegiate aviation flight training programs and the US air carrier industry. This study also revealed the perception that collegiate flight students will begin to pursue flight careers (non-US airline or corporate aviation) that are not directly impacted by PL 111-216.

Design and Implementation of Learning Management Platform for Aviation Flight Training Based on SCORM/AICC Standard—A Case Study of K Airline Company Flight Training Learning Platform

Design and Implementation of Learning Management Platform for Aviation Flight Training Based on SCORM/AICC Standard—A Case Study of K Airline Company Flight Training Learning Platform

Experience, Competence, or Syllabus? Influences on Flight Hours at Licensing of Commercial Pilots

Competency-based training is a training philosophy that has become well established in many countries around the world, predominately in the vocational education and training sector. In some of these countries, the concept has been extended to include aviation flight training. This is the case in Australia, which introduced the requirement for competency-based training in aviation in 1999 through the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. This article gives a brief outline of the current status of flight training in Australian aviation and also highlights some of the difficulties facing flight training organizations in introducing a competency-based training system into a tightly regulated aviation industry, in particular the conflict between the philosophy behind competency-based training and the reality of meeting regulatory minimums and airline syllabus requirements.

Public Law 111-216: Effects of New Legislation on Collegiate Aviation Flight Training Programs

In response to the Colgan Air Flight 3407 crash, new legislation has been enacted. Among this new legislation is Public Law 111-216 (PL 111-216) that will require newly hired airline pilots to have acquired an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate. This new requirement will affect aspiring pilots and training institutions. Collegiate flight training institutions have been particularly concerned with the implementation of PL 111-216. To explore the potential effects of this new legislation and the perceptions of the survey respondents, this study surveyed collegiate flight training institutions. Results indicate collegiate aviation training institution respondents concerned that as a result of PL 111-216, programmatic and training costs will increase, recruitment and retention of student pilots will be adversely affected, and overall, the law will be detrimental to collegiate aviation flight training programs.

Collegiate Flight Training Programs: In Search of Cognitive Growth

Collegiate Flight Training Programs: In Search of Cognitive Growth

Multiple Expert Evaluations of a PC Computer-Based Aviation Flight Training Device

The usability of a personal computer based aviation-training device (PCATD) was investigated by conducting multiple expert evaluations. One group of experts performed a heuristic evaluation of the PCATD system. Experts in a second group evaluated the PCATD by conducting a cognitive-walkthrough analysis. An ethnographic analysis was also carried out by directly observing and interviewing the participating experts during the evaluations. Experts evaluated the usability of the PCATD as applied to various practical test standards used for instrument flight training. Strong consensus by the experts in both groups indicated that the PCATD was usable for fundamental flight training as required by the Federal Aviation Administration’s Instrument Rating curriculum. Issues concerning various PCATD simulation fidelities and related inconsistencies in interface design were discovered. These issues caused concern over using the PCATD for training that could be applied to actual flight time.

Predicting Performance in Army Aviation Flight Training

The Army Research Institute Aviation Research and Development Activity successfully implemented the Multi-Track Test Battery (MTTB) and associated classification functions in 1988. The battery and functions have been used to assign flight students to their combat skills aircraft. The present program determined the applicability of the battery to prediction of student performance in flight training. Performance evaluation in training consists of flight phase grades and academic phase grades. In addition to these grades, Overall Average Grade and Overall Flight Grade were also predicted using Forward Stepwise Multiple Regression procedures. Stepwise Multiple Discriminant Analysis was used to investigate two additional measures, flight deficiency training setback and flight deficiency attrition.

A Comparison of Fixed Base/Pc-based Simulators With Traditional Moveable Platform Flight Simulators As a Tool for Teaching Private Pilots Radio Navigation and Basic Attitude Instrument Flying Skills

In flight training, attention has been focused on the useability of flight training devices. In the past such devices as the GAT-1 trainer were used. The recent development of small, inexpensive computers has resulted in the creation of smaller fixed-based devices. Further, the development of the personal computer has made it possible for all pilots and flight students to own their own computers. Software is available for the training of flight students using these devices. Unfortunately the use of PC-based devices by pilots for flight training has been restricted by the Federal Aviation Administration because of their concern about the type of software that is available and its training value. However, the use of PC based training devices may well be a means of reducing the cost of flight training. Can these fixed-base and personal computer-based training devices be used as effectively as the GAT-1 trainer? The intent of the study was to evaluate the capabilities of three types of flight training devices. The study compared the ability of the three trainers to teach the skills required for Private Pilot operations. The results indicated that their were no significant differences in the means. The results also showed that the PC-XT-based Novel Twist and the Frasca had a higher absolute mean than the GAT-l Trainer and that the Novel Twist had the highest mean. Results from the study show that the new generation of general aviation flight training devices can provide the BAIJRadio Navigation training required for Private Pilot applicants. Further, the analysis of the results suggest that additional studies should be completed to (1) verify the tabulated results, (2) determine why the computer-driven simulators rated higher than the traditional GAT-l trainer, and (3) determine the full capabilities of PC-based desktop simulators.