Human Survival in Aircraft Emergencies
Human Survival in Aircraft Emergencies

Author: Charles A. Yost

Publisher:

Published: 1969

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13:

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A general study was performed to outline methods for the improvement of human survival in civilian aircraft emergencies. Survival condition criteria, accident statistics and human tolerance limits have been surveyed with respect to those aircraft used in two categories: certificated air carriers and general private aviation (including official executive aircraft) The methods presented in this report for aircraft occupant survival improvement fall into the general areas of occupant protection through seat design and occupant restraint improvement to withstand impact accelerations which are applied to the aircraft.

Survival in Emergency Escape from Passenger Aircraft
Survival in Emergency Escape from Passenger Aircraft

Author: Clyde C. Snow

Publisher:

Published: 1970

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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The human factors data from three aircraft accidents involving emergency evacuations are reviewed. Of the 261 passengers aboard, 105 died in attempts to escape during the 1- to 3-minutes prior to the build-up of a lethal thermotoxic environment within the cabin. In all three accidents, decelerative forces were mild and cabin destruction and impact injuries minimal. The three most prominent factors influencing survival were found to be: distance between the occupant's seat and the exit he attempts to use; sex, with adult males having a strong advantage; among adult males, age, with younger males the more frequent survivors. Age and sex are also significant factors in determining frequency and severity of injuries among survivors. Comparison of the accident evacutions with test evacutions indicate that, in the latter, the biobehavioral factors disadvantageous to elderly males and adult females are not present. (Author).

Human Factors in Aviation
Human Factors in Aviation

Author: Eduardo Salas

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2010-01-30

Total Pages: 747

ISBN-13: 008092302X

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Fully updated and expanded, the second edition of Human Factors in Aviation serves the needs of the widespread aviation community - students, engineers, scientists, pilots, managers and government personnel. Offering a comprehensive overview the volume covers topics such as pilot performance, human factors in aircraft design, vehicles and systems and NextGen issues. The need for an up-to-date, scienti?cally rigorous overview is underscored by the frequency with which human factors/crew error cause aviation accidents, pervasiveness of human error in safety breakdowns. Technical and communication advances, diminishing airspace and the priority of aviation safety all contribute to the generation of new human factors problems and the more extensive range of solutions. Now more than ever a solid foundation from which to begin addressing these issues is needed. - New edition thoroughly updated with 50% new material, offering full coverage of NexGen and other modern issues - Liberal use of case examples exposes students to real-world examples of dangers and solutions - Website with study questions and image collection

Survival for Aircrew
Survival for Aircrew

Author: Sarah-Jane Prew

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-12-05

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 1351896687

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Survival for Aircrew is essential reading for any aviation personnel who might at any time fly over water or inhospitable terrain. The ability to conquer nature and survive long enough to be rescued is a skill that could have saved the lives of countless aircrew and passengers in the past, and could save many lives in the future. Designed to be an easy-to-read instructional resource, this book teaches aircrews all the survival methods they are ever likely to need, in any eventuality. Illustrated throughout for ease of reference, this book looks at the aircrew role in an aviation survival situation, at the equipment required and at the possible scenarios. Its emphasis on crew behaviour makes the book unique, whether the reader is involved in general aviation, airline industry or government service. Features include: *