Night Flights Flashcards
1
Q
How long does it take for our eyes to fully adjust to darkness?
A
30 min.
2
Q
How long does it take for our night vision to switch from our cones to our rods?
A
7 min.
3
Q
What are the 4 night illusions?
A
- Auto kinesis-Staring at a light with black background, light will appear to move.
- False horizon-light out in distance create an illusion of a horizon. Lights on hill can mislead a pilot to adjust and start turning.
- Reversible perspective-aircraft looks like it is leaving but it is actually approaching.
- Flicker vertigo-flickeing lights can create an idea of imbalance, disorientation, or dizziness.
