This research aims to test the suitability of a protocol for automated measurement to describe visual and motor behaviour in the process of learning to sail. The objective is to provide coaches with the necessary scientific and technological support to analyse the variables of success in race starting. The study was performed with a highly ranked sailor in the Optimist class ranking. The instruments used to carry out the investigation were the sailing simulator VSail-Trainer® and the eye tracking system ASL®. Two simulated race starts were performed with a protocol of five minutes. The results show the automated protocol is suitable for measuring the ability of boat handling and visual performance in simulated conditions. Visual behaviour shows that the sailor visually fixates on locations that provide relevant information for the race start such as clock, other competitors, wind direction and the start buoys.

The process used to create charted depictions of aviation instrument approach procedures in the United States is examined. The rapid growth of iPad®-like mobile technologies is discussed relative to the historical context of chart implementation. Notional new methods of electronic chart generation are introduced, demonstrating both the functional possibilities and concerns not directly addressed by existing regulation for private aircraft operators. These concerns suggest a ‘yin-yang’ of the stifling of innovation versus the creation of latent safety hazards. The article concludes by recommending regulatory oversight review of approach chart implementation. A glossary of terms is included at the end of this paper. The facts, analysis, and opinions offered in this article represent an independent effort of the author and do not reflect the opinions of any academic institution or government agency. The author also has a limited financial interest in certain iOS® applications.