Former Brazilian Air Force Pilot Discusses Automation Safety in Cockpits
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Updated Oct 19
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What happened
Alex Fiorini, a former instructor pilot for the Brazilian Air Force, spoke at the NBAA-BACE Single-Pilot Safety Standdown on October 19. Fiorini advised pilots to understand how to use automation properly and recognize when it ceases to assist during a flight. He noted that automation often changes workload rather than removing it entirely.
From aviationweek.com
Why it matters
The discussion highlights ongoing industry concerns regarding the human-machine interface in aviation. Fiorini's presentation draws on a 1997 study regarding how humans interact with automation, which remains relevant to modern flight operations.
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Who's involved
- Brazilian Air ForceThe air warfare branch of Brazil's armed forces, from which Fiorini is a former instructor pilot.
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Brazilian Air Force
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