The purpose of aerspace physiology training is to provide aircrew and parachutists the knowledge, skills and attitudes to optimize performance in physiologically and cognitively challenging air operations. Aerospace physiolgy training systems provide a training environment that replicates high altitude, vibration and spatial disorientation, in which personnel can apply preventive countermeasures and practice emergency procedures.
This training is based on both academic lessons and hands on application in a controlled environment.
Our physiology training unit is equipped with
- An altitude chamber (hypobaric chamber) used to replicate the effects of altitude and hypoxia in a safe and medically controlled environment.
- A Barany chair: it’s a rotational seating device used to introduce the basics of spatial disorientation; it is also used in the management of air sickness.
- A Spatial Disorientation Generator (GAT II) that offers further training in disorientation familiarization using several demonstrations that provide trainees with an understanding of the visual and vestibular system‘s susceptibility to error.
