Fight for flight: the narratives of human versus machine following two aviation tragedies

This study provides insight into the relationship between human and machine in the professional aviation community following the 737 MAX accidents. Content analysis was conducted on a discussion forum for professional pilots to identify the major topics emerging in discussion of the accidents. A sub...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Prahl, Andrew, Leung, Rio Kin Ho, Chua, Alicia Ning Shan
Other Authors: Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 2023
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10356/168921
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Summary:This study provides insight into the relationship between human and machine in the professional aviation community following the 737 MAX accidents. Content analysis was conducted on a discussion forum for professional pilots to identify the major topics emerging in discussion of the accidents. A subsequent narrative analysis reveals dominant arguments of human versus machine as zero-sum, surrender to machines, and an epidemic of mistrust. Results are discussed in the context of current issues in human-machine communication, and we discuss what other quickly automating industries can learn from aviation's experience.