Measuring pilot fatigue to manage pilot performance

The objective of this research proposal is to develop a framework to track and manage the fatigue of pilots involved with aerial firefighting. Interns of different backgrounds (neuroscience, engineering and statistics) will work together to achieve this goal. The neuroscience intern will collect physiological data to identify how a pilot’s physical and cognitive performance is impacted by the demands of aerial firefighting. The engineering and statistics interns will use these and other relevant data to create the framework to manage pilot fatigue. The partner organization, Conair Group Inc, will use this framework to improve both pilot safety and the efficiency of aerial firefighting operations.

Faculty Supervisor:

Chris McNeil;Homayoun Najjaran;Charmaine Dean

Student:

Partner:

Conair Group Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Transportation and warehousing

University:

University of British Columbia - Okanagan; Western University

Program: