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March 27, 2025 26 mins

In this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, host Adam Kress sits down with Thea Feyereisen, a Distinguished Fellow at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies and one of the world’s leading experts in the study of human factors and their critical role in aviation safety. 

Join them as they explore how understanding human behavior can drive innovation in cockpit design, enhance safety measures and reduce pilot errors. 

From the latest advancements in technology to the fascinating intersection of engineering and psychology, Feyereisen shares insights that are transforming the future of aviation and beyond. 

 

Episode Highlights:

  • Human Factors in Aviation: Discover how analyzing human behavior is revolutionizing cockpit design and improving safety in flight.
  • Automation & Human Control: Explore the challenges of balancing automation with pilot engagement in engineering new technologies. 
  • Improving Runway Safety: Get the inside scoop on the human factors behind the cutting-edge Surface Alerts (SURF-A) cockpit alerting software.
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