Vermeulen, Leopold PetrusMitchell, James I.2008-05-072008-05-072007-04Vermeulen, LP & Mitchell, JI 2007, 'Development and validation of a measure to assess perceptions regarding gender-related pilot behavior', International Journal of Aviation Psychology, vol. 17, no. 2, pp. 197-218. [http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/1050-8414.asp]1050-841410.1080/10508410701328680http://hdl.handle.net/2263/5167There are several stereotypes, prejudices and preconceptions regarding female aviators' abilities and the suitability of women for a career as professional aircraft pilots. This study reports on the development and validation of the Aviation Gender Attitude Questionnaire (AGAQ), which was designed to assess aviators' perceptions about gender-related pilot behavior. A total of 544 South African aircraft pilots participated in the validation of the questionnaire. A four-factor measurement model was established by using exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling. Confirmatory Factor Analysis confirmed a good fit between the multifactor solution for the AGAQ and the data. The four factors associated with perceptions about gender-related pilot behavior were Flying Proficiency, Safety Orientation, Flight Confidence and Flight Standards.1186922 bytesapplication/pdfenTaylor & FrancisAir pilotsBehaviorPerceptionGenderFactor analysisAir pilotsWomen air pilotsPostprint Article