The approach phase is more fluid and will be observed as more experience is gained. Laboratory experiments have started, and initial results are now being reviewed. Measuring the limits of switching between several tasks. Finding the best ways to use prospective memory. Using lulls in activity to review the overall situation.
Some pilots use lulls to plan ahead.
The experiment is still being formulated but may include varying the number of lull periods and measuring their effectiveness. Overall, there aren't many good techniques for dealing with distractions, and much disagreement on those techniques. The NASA team surveyed senior pilots, asking how they dealt with deferred memory. But CRM doesn't say how to deal with prospective memory and how to monitor. There are several approaches that Dismukes thinks may have merit and will be examined in the research.