This report documents the training effectiveness of a map interpretation and terrain analysis course (MITAC) developed to enhance the ability of helicopter pilots to navigate accurately during low altitude terrain following flight. A study comparing student aviators taught by the MITAC technique with a control group of students taught by…

Cites statistics and characteristics for the current courses and programs in higher aviation education. Discusses efforts to establish guidelines for new programs in aviation. (MLH)

The results of an opinion questionnaire sent to the personnel directors of 28 domestic airlines indicate that the majority of the respondents feel that an aviation minor would be valuable to prospective airline employees. Includes comments on what subject areas the respondents feel would be important in an aviation minor. (MLH)

Provides excerpts from a Teacher's Guide that accompanies an aviation coloring book for children. (MLH)

Provides lesson plans for activities involving a model aircraft laboratory and ground-based surveying. (MLH)

Cites increases in offerings for high school aviation/aerospace courses as 1500 percent in the past ten years, or about 1500 credit elective courses in the nation. Classifies offerings as ones emphasizing the transdisciplinary approach, those incorporated into one particular subject area, and those with a vocational/technical emphasis. (CS)

Surveys the literature, curricula, materials and resources relating to Aerospace Education. Suggests methods for development of curricular materials, resource banks, and teaching and inservice resources. (CS)

Presents three learning objectives from a six-week objective unit on aviation for primary level children. (MLH)

Presents several activities related to aerospace education. Included are activities on flight motion, rocketry, and communications. (RH)

Reviews a leadership development aerospace educators workshop held at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, July 22, 1977, and an introductory/advanced aerospace workshop held at Central Washington State College. (SL)

Discusses the need for greater flexibility in college aviation programs to insure that a retired aircraft pilot has a second career option. (MLH)