Information Interpretation Through Pictorial Format

This paper discusses a series of studies in which the objective is to develop advanced methods of information transfer for the pilots of high performance fighter aircraft. Traditional cockpit designs have resulted in aircraft where there are more controls and displays in the crew compartment than a human operator can effectively deal with. Development of more efficient means of communication between aircraft and aircrew is an absolute necessity for survival in future high threat environments. This paper addresses some new displays that have been evaluated for that purpose.