Tim,
I've been in touch with City University, who had this to say:
"The Beyne test has several different conditions but is basically single lights of five different colours. For each of these you have to name the colour you see. They potentially could all have different outcomes which is partly why we are looking into the testing methods and are in the process of developing a new, fairer, computerised test which is more applicable to aviation.
The CAA have commissioned us to carry out a task analysis on the colours used in aviation and where and what they are used for; from this we will assess how realistic and fair the current colour vision requirements are. Our new test will be able to define the colour sensitivity of people so making the application of any new requirements easier, more consisitent and fairer. We are about half way through a three year study and then have to convince at least the rest of JAA of the benefit of applying our results to new standards. It could therefore be a while until any new requirements are brought in.
However, in the mean time we have to validify our new colour vision test, so if you, and anybody you know, might be willing to do the test for us this could ultimately help the outcome. We can be flexible, to a certain extent, with the appointment days and times."
To arrange a test, contact details are below. It costs around £35.
Dr Theresa-Jane Squire
0207 040 0240 or
[email protected]
I shall certainly offer City University my time and support. I hope you can to!
Phil