FPV Drone Cognition

With the rapid increase in FPV (First-Person View) drone operators employed in critical services, aviation psychology is paying closer attention to this field. Because FPV piloting involves unique operational challenges, especially regarding high maneuverability, the mental demands on pilots differ from both traditional flight and other types of unmanned aerial vehicles.

In this project, we aim to examine how core cognitive abilities, such as spatial reasoning, sustained attention, and visual search relate to drone piloting experience. Our ultimate goal is to identify which selection procedures are most relevant for recruiting and training future professional pilots. By combining insights from cognitive science and aviation psychology, we seek to understand how the human mind adapts to the unique demands of FPV flight.