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AEON Lab research solves aviation problems through data-driven, cognitive human factors approaches — spanning flight training, pilot performance, and the systems that support safe flight.
Virtual Reality Flight Simulation
Comparing pilot performance and training outcomes between FAA-approved physical simulators and experimental VR simulators, to guide the design and use of VR in flight training.
View research → 02 / FATIGUEWork-Induced Fatigue and Burnout Among Flight Instructors
Identifying the factors driving fatigue and burnout among Certified Flight Instructors, and their impact on training quality and flight safety.
View research → 03 / SCORINGAutomated Data-Driven Flight Scoring
Using machine learning on flight data to give student pilots objective, semi-real-time feedback on performance, safety, and quality.
View research → 04 / WXEnhanced Aviation Weather Information
Collecting low-altitude weather data from instrumented UAS to close gaps in weather products for Advanced Air Mobility operators.
View research → 05 / SASituational Awareness
Investigating the factors that influence situational awareness and correlating measurement methods with flight data to improve training.
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