The optometrist educated aircrews to enhance visual comfort and performance on missions with the NVGs. Method A 7-step process to identify opportunities for improvement resulted in NVG enhancements relating to visual comfort and performance. A graphic presentation summarizing the study, along with a question and answer session, was presented to aircrew members. Conclusion Optometrists can play an important role in assisting life support personnel briefing aircrews on NVGs and the importance of optimal adjustments of these devices.
Inspectors identify potential best practices during the inspection process.
Further research upon return from the field determines if inclusion into the final report is appropriate.