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Evaluation of iconic versus F-map microburst displaysPrevious studies have shown graphical presentation methods of hazardous wind shear to be superior to textual or audible warnings alone. Positional information and the strength of the hazard were observed to be and were cited by pilots as the most important factors in a display. In this experiment the use of the three different graphical presentations of hazardous wind shear are examined. Airborne predictive detectors of wind shear enable the dissemination of varying levels of information. The effectiveness of iconic and mapping display modes of different complexities are addressed through simulation and analysis. Different positional and time-varying situations are presented in a 'part-task' Boeing 767 simulator using data from actual microburst events. Experienced airline pilots fly approach profiles using both iconic and F-map wind shear alerting displays. Microburst accompanied each event is also shown to the pilot. Mapping display types are expected to be found exceptionally efficient at conveying location comparison information while iconic displays simplify the threat recognition process. Preliminary results from the simulator study are presented. Recommendations concerning the suitability of multilevel iconic and mapping displays are made. Situational problems with current display prototypes are also addressed.
Document ID
19950004160
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Salzberger, Mark (Massachusetts Inst. of Tech. Cambridge, MA, United States)
Hansman, R. John (Massachusetts Inst. of Tech. Cambridge, MA, United States)
Wanke, Craig (Massachusetts Inst. of Tech. Cambridge, MA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1994
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Langley Research Center, Airborne Windshear Detection and Warning Systems. Fifth and Final Combined Manufacturers' and Technologists' Conference, Part 1
Subject Category
Air Transportation And Safety
Accession Number
95N10572
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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