Human factors focus on the human element of aviation safety, helping pilots understand how performance, judgement and decision-making affect flight operations.
The subject covers
- Human performance and limitations
- Fatigue, stress and workload management
- Situational awareness
- Decision making models
- Threat and error management (TEM)
- The effects of alcohol, drugs and hypoxia
Strong Human Factors awareness builds disciplined habits and sound judgement, forming the foundation of safe and professional airmanship.