Showing papers by "Don Harris published in 2002"

Using existing HEI techniques to predict pilot error: a comparison of SHERPA, HAZOP and HEIST

Abstract: At the moment, there appears to be no human error identification (HEI) techniques developed specifically for use in aviation. Similarly, there appears to be very little research concerning the prediction of pilot error in the cockpit. This paper investigates the potential use of existing HEI methods for predicting pilot error and describes a comparative study of three existing HEI techniques, SHERPA, HAZOP and HEIST when used to predict potential pilot error on an aviation landing task using the ‘autoland’ system. The study aims to demonstrate that existing HEI methods developed for use in highly complex systems, such as nuclear power plants and chemical processing plants, can be used effectively in an aviation context

Design induced errors on the modern flight deck during approach and landing

Abstract: Human factors certification criteria are being developed for large civil aircraft to replace the interim policies currently in place for this purpose. The objective of these initiatives is to reduce the incidence of design induced error. Many formal error identification and prediction techniques currently exist, however none of these have been validated for their use in an aviation context due to a lack of validation data. Accident and incident reports do not contain sufficient detail in this respect. This paper describes a survey of commercial pilots to collect data on common, design induced errors on a modern flight deck during the approach and landing phases of flight. These data will subsequently be used in the validation of a formal error prediction technique for use on the flight deck.