Abstract
This research modeled a performance measurement system for the Bombardier/Navigator (B/N) Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) student during low level radar navigation flight in the Navy A-6E Weapon System Trainer. The model was designed to determine student skill acquisition measures for the purpose of providing information for decision-making by the squadron instructor and training manager. Model formulation methodology was based on a literature review of aircrew performance measurement from 1962-1980 and an analytical task analysis of the B/N's duties. Over 50 currently accessible candidate measures were listed and a proposal was made for a competitive exercise (Derby) using A-6E fleet aircrews flying preprogrammed routes to establish performance standards using the candidate measures. Multivariate discriminate analysis was recommended for measure reduction. A sequential sampling decision model selected for evaluation provided fixed decisional error rates for successful training termination decisions and utilized both objective and subjective performance measures. Several display formats were recommended for use in debriefing.
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