Pilot's Physiological Loading and Fatigue Response under High G ForcesH. L. Wang, H. Tsuei, C. T. Wang, U. T. Sun, K. C. Chiou, C. C. Lo and A. S. Liu Department of Aviation Management, Chinese Air Force Academy, ROC
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ABSTRACT
Modern jet fighters operate at high speed with complicated maneuvers, and the induced severe G forces (G-loc) are the leading risk that causes pilots' physical damage and fatigue. Through in-depth interviews with Air Force jet pilots in Taiwan, Republic of China (ROCAF), the current study aims to classify and understand body fatigue under combat maneuvers due to G forces. Summaries from interviewed data and suggestions to improve pilots' operating fatigue and prevent body damage are provided to reduce flight accidents. KEYWORDS: Flight Safety; G-Force Induced Loss of Consciousness (G-Loc); Flight Fatigue; Anti-G Straining Maneuvers (AGSM). |
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