Analysis of the importance of cognitive risk factors in professional RPAS operations

Profir, Cleopatra, Tepylo, Nick, Paas, Anita et St-Onge, David. 2025. « Analysis of the importance of cognitive risk factors in professional RPAS operations ». In 44th Digital Avionics Systems Conference (DASC) (Montreal, QC, Canada, Sept. 14-18, 2025)

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Résumé

In the field of remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), effective management of cognitive load is crucial to ensure the safety and efficiency of flight operations. This study focuses on exploring cognitive risk factors that contribute to the frequency of accidents involving these types of aircraft. A thorough understanding of these risks is essential for enhancing aviation safety through the implementation of preventive measures and the adoption of effective risk management strategies. For this research, thirty pilots, most with three years of experience or more, were recruited. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews or an online questionnaire that asked participants to compare cognitive risk factors in pairs, aiming to quantitatively assess their perception of these risks. The responses revealed low consistency in the answers provided by the participants, indicating discrepancies in risk factor weighting. Although professional experience appears to play a role in risk perception, no significant correlation was observed with the variables studied (individual pilot experience, total years of flight experience, average weekly flight hours, and engagement with video games). The main risk factors identified are distraction and reduced vigilance, consistent with the findings of previous reports.

Type de document:	Compte rendu de conférence
Professeur:	Professeur St-Onge, David
Affiliation:	Génie mécanique
Date de dépôt:	07 oct. 2025 12:35
Dernière modification:	07 oct. 2025 19:38
URI:	https://espace2.etsmtl.ca/id/eprint/32340

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