Every pilot is affected by spatial disorientation at some point in their flying careers, said Tom Zeidlik, an aerospace physiologist at UND. Tom Zeidlik, aerospace physiologist, and Jennifer Watne, ...

Spatial disorientation (SD) in aviation refers to a misinterpretation of the aircraft’s attitude, altitude, or motion, often induced by conflicting sensory inputs. Pilots may experience erroneous ...

Orlando, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aptima Inc., a leader in optimizing human performance through innovative technologies, announced today a contract award sponsored by the Naval Air Warfare ...

No amount of rigorous military training can fully prevent motion sickness or spatial disorientation, where the brain can't determine its position relative to its surroundings. This can lead to ...

The fatal crash of an Australian army NH Industries MRH90 was due to the flightcrew’s spatial disorientation, leading to controlled flight into the sea. The 28 July 2023 incident involving the ...