MIL-HDBK-1027/4A
Section 1:
INTRODUCTION
1.1
Scope. This handbook is intended to assist in design of the
highest quality aviation training facilities at reasonable cost and in
compliance with DoD criteria. It covers the design requirements for aircraft
operational and maintenance training facilities. Special attention is
focused on accommodating a dynamic training environment which is on the
leading edge of current technology. Terse statements from other criteria may
appear in the text for prompting the user on unique issues; however,
references are generally made to appropriate criteria in order to avoid
redundancy and assure the use of the latest criteria.
1.2
Distribution of Responsibilities. Shore activities and A/E
designers using this handbook are advised that there are several participants
in the development of aviation training facility design. First, there is the
local command and resource sponsor that identify the need for a new,
enlarged, or upgraded facility and initiate the project development process.
Second, there is the Naval Air Warfare Center, Training Systems Division,
which is responsible for the procurement of training systems for the Navy and
Marine Corps as directed by the Naval Air Systems Command. Third, there is
the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), which is responsible for
management of design and construction of all Navy shore facilities.
1.3
Background
1.3.1
Simulator Facilities. The flight simulator was introduced during
World War II to train aviators quickly and safely in the fundamentals of
flight. Today's simulators perform this function and, when combined with
visual systems, can train pilots in landing at sea, air combat maneuvering
and weapons delivery. Technology has produced stationary trainers capable of
simulating the motion of high performance jet aircraft through seat assembly
"g-cuing" dynamics with hydraulic and pneumatic-driven components and
realistic cathode ray tube (CRT) projection systems mounted directly to the
canopy. Adoption of these "stationary" trainers will undoubtedly reduce the
mechanical and structural requirements typically required by trainers on
motion pedestals with hydraulic needs and dynamic structural loads.
Helicopters and certain other aircraft will continue to use motion systems.
Demand for simulation devices will continue to grow as economic merits are
fully realized and as both reservists and those on active duty are required
to maintain a high state of readiness. Operational Flight Trainers (OFTs)
with motion and visual capabilities are being used for "flight hour
substitution."
Innovations in visual display technology such as miniature visual
display headgear, cockpit controls, and sophisticated dual screen touch
screen CRTs may eventually enable commands to conduct intermediate level
training exclusive of motion systems and domes. Single and double domes can
be as large as 40 feet in diameter. Future trainers may downsize domes;
however, visual equipment placed outside the smaller domes could still
justify the same spatial requirements in the high bay area. Advancements
which can accurately simulate acceleration vectors, emerging head and eye-
tracked display systems, and wider fields of view are major developments.
Future training systems will operate in an integrated mode.
Facilities must then accommodate computer areas in close proximity to a
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