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This paper focuses on the work load aspects of the pilot vehicle interface in regard to the new technologies tested during AMAS Phase II. Subjects discussed in this paper include: a wide field-of-view head-up display; automated maneuvering attack system/sensor tracker system; master modes that configure flight controls and mission avionics; a modified helmet mounted sight; improved multifunction display capability; a voice interactive command system; ride qualities during automated weapon delivery; a color moving map; an advanced digital map display; and a g-induced loss-of-consciousness and spatial disorientation autorecovery system.

Percentage distributions of 423 pilot ratings obtained from 27 flights are used to indicate the general level of handling qualities of the M2-F3 lifting body. Percentage distributions are compared on the basis of longitudinal and lateral-directional handling qualities, control system, control system status, and piloting task. Ratings of longitudinal handling qualities at low speed were slightly better than those for transonic and supersonic speed. The ratings of lateral-directional handling qualities were unaffected by speed and configuration. Specific handling qualities problems are discussed in detail, and comparisons are made with pertinent handling qualities criteria.

Indirect optical viewing system in F-104B for simulated lifting-body approach and landing tasks

Lifting entry vehicles night landing flight simulation by night approaches and landings of piloted fighter aircraft with low L/D ratio

Indirect pilot viewing systems for reentry vehicles and SST, discussing overlapping monoculars and panoramic display

Pilot performance of landing maneuver in T-33-A jet trainer with restricted fields of view

Flight tests wide-angle optical viewing system in high-performance jet aircraft

Flight simulated subsonic off-pad landing and escape maneuvers for vertically launched hypersonic glider - pilot performance and safety requirements