Bengt Magne Svendsen

Bengt Magne Svendsen is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department for Aviation at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, with an additional role as Administrative Manager for Drones. He is affiliated with the Human Factors in the Arctic research group and based in Tromsø. His primary department is Aviation Science within the university's technological faculty.

Research interests focus on aviation psychology, human factors in aviation systems, pilot training methodologies, and cultural considerations in aviation technology development. He has published extensively on topics such as pilot emotional dynamics in cockpit environments, validation of commercial pilot training programs, and mental health support systems for aviation professionals.

Recent work emphasizes the intersection of selection processes and training effectiveness in aviation education. His publications from 2016–2024 show a consistent theme of improving aviation safety through psychological and human-centric approaches.

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