Conceptual Framework for Single Pilot Operations  (2014)

Single pilot operations (SPO) refers to flying a commercial aircraft with only one pilot in the cockpit, assisted by advanced onboard automation and/or ground operators providing piloting support services. Properly implemented, SPO could provide operating cost savings while maintaining a level of safety no less than conventional two pilot commercial operations. A concept of operations (ConOps) for any paradigm describes the characteristics of its various components and their integration in a multidimensional design space. This paper presents key options for human/automation function allocation being considered by NASA in its ongoing development of a SPO ConOps

+ Johnson, Walter

+ Bilimoria, K

+ Johnson, Walter

+ Schutte, Paul

Conceptual, Framework, Operations, Pilot, Single, SPO

Paper presented at the International Conference on Human Computer Interaction in Aerospace, Santa Clara, CA, July 30 - Aug 1, 2014

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