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Civil Aerospace Medical Institute
Report No: DOT/FAA/AM-74/12
Title and Subtitle: A realistic view of the people in air traffic control
Report Date: December 1974
Authors: Smith RC
Abstract: An overview of research findings on air traffic controllers is presented. Results of personality, aptitude, motivation, interest, and attitude studies are considered in terms of the general pattern of characteristics found to be associated with success in the air traffic profession. The implications of these findings for managerial programs is discussed.
Key Words: Stress Index, Urinary Stress Indicators, Heart Rate
No. of Pages: 6
Civil Aerospace Medical Institute
Report No: DOT/FAA/AM-74/12
Title and Subtitle: A realistic view of the people in air traffic control
Report Date: December 1974
Authors: Smith RC
Abstract: An overview of research findings on air traffic controllers is presented. Results of personality, aptitude, motivation, interest, and attitude studies are considered in terms of the general pattern of characteristics found to be associated with success in the air traffic profession. The implications of these findings for managerial programs is discussed.
Key Words: Stress Index, Urinary Stress Indicators, Heart Rate
No. of Pages: 6
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