Citation

Falconer B. Hum. Factors Aerosp. Safety 2005; 5(1): 61-79.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2005, Ashgate Publishing)

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Abstract

In light of the key contribution of human factor issues to aviation safety incidents, it is worth noting that almost 50 fatalities have been incurred in Australian military aviation accidents between 1990 and 2005. All of these losses have occurred in non-combat operations, and almost exclusively within the boundaries of the Australian continent - an operating environment of relatively flat terrain and benign weather conditions. This paper examines the relationship between human factor issues and the safe performance of Australian Defence Force aviation. More specifically, the paper describes the influence that organisational factors within the Australian Defence Force have upon personnel within Australian military aviation.