Introduction

Question 0

What does the “S” in the SHEL model stand for?

Answer 0

Software- anything that is not physical. I.e. computer programs, policy, procedures

Question 1

What is the center of the SHEL model?

Answer 1

Liveware

Question 2

What does the “H” in the SHEL model stand for?

Answer 2

Hardware- any physical equipment. I.e. instrumentation, ergonomics,

Question 3

What does the “E” in the SHEL model stand for?

Answer 3

Enviornment- world around the pilot. I.e. pressurization, hot/cold, humidity

Question 4

What is a pysho-motor skill and how does it apply to aviation?

Answer 4

We learn by doing. Piloting is a pyscho-motor skill. Thought leads to motion in judgement, rudder controls, stick skills, etc.

Question 5

Who ultimately makes decisions and are central to the SHEL model?

Answer 5

Pilots

Question 6

What is flight safety?

Answer 6

1) accident free operations
2) lack of operational mistakes
3) understanding of what makes a system safe