Evaluating the Use of Virtual Reality for Training in Aircraft Inspection

The aircraft inspection/maintenance system, which is influenced by based operators and regulated by the FAA, consists of several interrelated human and machine components. In this process, visual inspection plays a significant role in ensuring aircraft safety. To improve the quality and reliability of aircraft inspection, training and job aiding have been identified as the two most important intervention strategies. Both of these have the potential to be improved using new advances in computer technology, especially virtual reality (VR) technology, which is becoming increasingly more affordable and prevalent. As a result, this study will investigate the use of VR technology as a support of job aiding and training in the improvement of aircraft inspection performance.