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Citation

Manton AG. J. R. Army Med. Corps 2000; 146(1): 22-27.

Affiliation

SRG, CAA, Aviation House, Gatwick Airport South, West Sussex.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, UK Royal Army Medical Corps)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

15241980

Abstract

Night vision goggles have become an essential component of military aviation. They provide superior visual capability over unaided night vision, but there are several inherent limitations associated with human factors and systems limitations. This study used a questionnaire survey of Army helicopter aircrew to investigate the incidence of human factors problems which continued after NVG use, with particular reference to visual problems and neck discomfort. It also looked at hardware interaction problems, such as cockpit lighting, and other aspects of NVG use, such as training and aircrew concerns. The issues are described and analysed, and areas of concern, which may have bearings on operational effectiveness and/or safety, have been highlighted.

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