Deborah Horton
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Deborah Horton is a researcher at the forefront of aviation safety and precision navigation, with a focused expertise in the measurement and calibration of airport visual guidance systems. Her key research area centers on the application of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for infrastructure assessment, particularly for verifying the accuracy of Precision Approach Path Indicators (PAPI). Her most notable contribution is the development of a novel, UAS-based methodology for measuring the glide slope angles of these critical two-color light systems, offering a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional ground-based surveys. This work, detailed in her 2020 paper "UAS Based Methodology for Measuring Glide Slope Angles of Airport Precision Approach Path Indicators (PAPI)," has garnered 4 citations, establishing a foundational approach in the field. By enabling rapid and precise in-situ measurements, Horton’s research directly enhances the safety and reliability of visual approaches for pilots, demonstrating a practical and impactful application of drone technology in aviation. Her work stands as a key reference for researchers and practitioners seeking to modernize airport infrastructure inspection.
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