Citation

Niessen C, Eyferth K. Safety Sci. 2001; 37(2-3): 187-202.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

This paper reviews the development of a model of the air traffic controller's mental image, 'picture', or situation awareness, used for controlling air traffic. The computerised model's development, origins and theoretical basis are outlined, and the model is described in some detail in the context of current air traffic operations. The model can be utilised to explore the potential impacts of future automation on the cognitive performance of the air traffic controller. The general potential contributions of the area of cognitive modelling to system design and training in accelerating industries such as air traffic control, are also discussed.