An experimental comparison on the effectiveness of various levels of simulator fidelity on ab initio pilot training
通过30名学员在虚拟现实、桌面模拟器和飞行训练设备上的训练实验，比较不同保真度模拟器对初始飞行员训练效果的影响，发现低保真模拟器适合程序任务但不利于飞机操控训练。
Despite recent advances in technology use for education and training, the approach to pilot training over the past several decades has largely remained unchanged. Student pilots complete their training in actual aircraft, with very few flight hours conducted in flight training devices. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of various levels of simulator fidelity on ab initio pilot training. Thirty student pilots were invited to train using a virtual reality simulator, desktop simulator, or flight training device. Performance was evaluated using a modified Transport Canada Flight Test Guide alongside the NASA Task Load Index, Subjective Stress Scale, and Simulator Sickness Questionnaire, giving insight into mental workload, stress, and experience of simulator sickness, respectively. Findings show potential for virtual reality and desktop simulators regarding training procedural tasks; however, trainees must be aware of the limitations virtual reality and desktop simulators have concerning the training of aircraft handling tasks.