Aviation accidents and incidents associated with the use of ophthalmic devices by civilian pilots [electronic resource] / Van B. Nakagawara, Ron W. Montgomery, Kathryn J. Wood.
Imprint
Washington, DC : U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Office of Aerospace Medicine, [2001]
Title from title screen (viewed on Aug. 22, 2007).
"DOT/FAA/AM-01/14."
"July 2001."
"Final report."
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary
Approximately 54% of civilian pilots rely on ophthalmic lenses to correct defective vision in order to maintain a valid airman medical certificate. This report reviews aviation accidents and incidents where the use or misuse of ophthalmic devices was considered to have been a contributing factor in the mishap. The review and reporting of these events provides important information that can be used to educate flight crewmembers, Aviation Medical Examiners, and eyecare practitioners about the potential hazards of using inappropriate ophthalmic devices. Recommendations in this report may assist pilots in avoiding similar hazardous situations and enhance aviation safety.
