The introduction of color cathode ray tubes into aircraft crewstations has reemphasized the debate on the value of color codes as a performance aid. This paper discusses the value of color in electro-optical displays which use computer generated imagery formats. The conclusion is that color displays will be needed by airborne systems operators because of the information rich formats which they will be utilizing in performing their mission related tasks.
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