Don't Get Desoriented by Vestibular Illusions, by GAJSC

FLYSAFE, October 2024

#FlySafe GA Safety Enhancement Topic

Vestibular illusions

Quote: Which way is really up? To some, this may sound like a silly or odd question, but for pilots, this can be a real concern. Statistics show that between 5 to 10% of all general aviation accidents are attributed to spatial disorientation, and 90% of those are fatal. Spatial orientation is our natural ability to maintain our body’s orientation and/or posture in relation to the surrounding environment (physical space) at rest and during motion. This #FlySafe topic examines the vestibular illusions that you may encounter and what you can do to avoid these dangerous situations.

Read more at Vestibular Illusions. #FlySafe GA Safety Enhancement Topic | by FAA Safety Briefing | Cleared for Takeoff | Oct, 2024 | Medium.