The impact of pilot seat design on aviation safety

Abstract EN

The basic aim of this study is to highlight the physical, anthropometric, and biomechanical considerations that should be taken into account in the design of the pilot seat.

It also investigates the vital role of the pilot seat design in improving aviation safety.

EgyptAir pilots (417 in total) were given a questionnaire survey.

The study results found out that the design of the pilot seat affects pilot comfort and safety and, in turn, affects aviation safety.

As well, the results concluded that pilot seat design affects positively aviation safety and its three dimensions.

The study makes contribution by providing designers with the pilots' feedback, complaints, and suggestions related to the seat design with all its components with the aim of dealing with any design-related issues and handling any pilot-related side effects.

This ultimate goal is to improve the seat design and enhance pilot comfort and flight safety.