What We Do
Human Factors in
Aviation Maintenance
The overall goal of Aviation Maintenance human factors research is to identify and optimize the factors that affect human performance in maintenance and inspection.
Research attention to personnel includes:
- Qualification
- Training
- Motivation
- Worker safety
- Health
- Return on investment
- Professionalism
- Human capabilities and limitations
Our research combines scientific understanding of human performance with applied studies conducted with industry partners. Resulting in solid and proven science, psychology, and engineering delivered in plans, procedures, software, and even hardware that can be immediately implemented to affect efficiency and safety.
Library and Current Research
Search the library and access our extensive collection of:
- Annual reports
- Conference materials
- Reports and publications
Return on Investment Calculator
Procedures and tools to show safety and financial impact of HF interventions
Fatigue Risk Management
Learn about the fatigue challenges facing maintenance professionals:
Line Operations Safety Assessment (LOSA)
Proactive intervention strategies to help manage risk:
