Aviation Human Factors and Behavior
Expert-defined terms from the Postgraduate Certificate in Aviation Security Management course at London School of Business and Administration. Free to read, free to share, paired with a globally recognised certification pathway.
Aviation Human Factors #
A multidisciplinary field focused on understanding human behavior and performance in aviation systems, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and security.
Behavioral Markers #
Observable actions or behaviors that can be used to assess an individual's performance, decision-making, and situational awareness in aviation.
Crew Resource Management (CRM) #
A training program designed to improve communication, decision-making, and teamwork among aviation crew members to enhance safety and efficiency.
Cognitive Task Analysis (CTA) #
A process used to identify and understand the cognitive skills, knowledge, and strategies required to perform complex tasks, often used in aviation to improve training and performance.
Communication #
The exchange of information between individuals or groups, playing a critical role in aviation safety, security, and efficiency.
Culture #
A shared set of values, beliefs, and practices within an organization or society, influencing behavior, decision-making, and performance.
Decision Making #
The process of selecting a course of action from multiple options based on available information, context, and personal judgment.
Error Management #
A proactive approach to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating errors in aviation systems to enhance safety and efficiency.
Fatigue #
A state of physical and mental exhaustion that can negatively impact performance, decision-making, and alertness in aviation.
Human #
Machine Interface (HMI): The design and interaction between humans and technology, playing a critical role in aviation safety and efficiency.
Human Factors Analysis #
The process of identifying and understanding the human factors contributing to aviation incidents, accidents, and system failures.
Human Performance #
The study of human behavior, cognition, and physiology in relation to aviation tasks, systems, and environments.
Job Demands #
Resources (JD-R) Model: A framework used to understand the relationship between job demands, resources, and well-being in aviation professionals.
Mental Workload #
The cognitive and perceptual demands placed on an individual during aviation tasks, influencing performance, decision-making, and safety.
Non #
Technical Skills (NTS): The interpersonal and cognitive skills necessary for effective communication, decision-making, and teamwork in aviation.
Procedural Compliance #
The adherence to established aviation procedures and protocols to ensure safety, security, and efficiency.
Resilience #
The ability of aviation systems and individuals to adapt to unexpected situations, challenges, and disruptions while maintaining performance and safety.
Situational Awareness (SA) #
The ability to perceive, understand, and anticipate one's environment and operational context in aviation.
Stress #
A psychological and physiological response to challenging or threatening situations, potentially impacting aviation performance, decision-making, and safety.
Safety Culture #
A collective commitment to safety within an aviation organization, reflected in shared values, beliefs, and practices.
Selection and Training #
The process of identifying, assessing, and developing the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for aviation professionals.
Supervision and Monitoring #
The oversight and evaluation of aviation personnel, tasks, and systems to ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency.
Teamwork #
The collaborative effort among aviation professionals to achieve shared goals, often involving communication, coordination, and cooperation.
Threat and Error Management (TEM) #
A framework used to understand, analyze, and mitigate threats and errors in aviation systems to enhance safety and efficiency.
Work Environment #
The physical and psychological conditions in which aviation professionals perform their tasks, potentially impacting performance, safety, and well-being.