Operators are increasingly adopting the use of night vision goggles (NVG) for both emergency and non-emergency flights as they strive for continuous safety improvement. But preparing the aircraft and the operation for their use requires careful planning, experts advised.
As with any aircraft program, operators must factor in the cost, safety benefits, and any risk involved when planning for NVG modifications, said Jeff Stubbs, senior v-p of operations for systems technology at RebTech. “It is important to understand the cost of the night vision imaging system [NVIS], which comprises the cost of the goggles themselves; shipping the goggles out every six months for calibration; pilot training and recurrent training; cockpit modification; ease of installation; and maintenance,” he said. “There is also the need to ensure to purchase FAA/EASA-accepted goggles. This will reduce potential headaches down the road.”
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