32 – Spatial Disorientation in Aviation/Ironic Effects of Pressure in Pitching

How does a pilot know which way is up or whether they are banking left or right? Sounds easy, but maintaining spatial orientation is one of the most difficult challenges in aviation.  What visual and vestibular information can be used to orient oneself and what illusions cause spatial disorientation? -Can showing an athlete their opponent’s strengths lead to ironic errors under pressure? (Time 21:15)   Articles: Aviation Visual Perception: Research, Misperception & Mishaps Human Spatial Orientation   More information: http://perceptionaction.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc)   Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Paul Collins Beat – Don’t Wait Up For Me Mikal Cronin – Made My Mind Up Zorak – Falling Down Parting Gifts – Bound to Let Me Down Lame Drivers – Throwing Stones Von Hayes – Casual Strikeouts via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com