The article contains an analysis of the progress of research on the pilot control psychophysiological state of the aviation Armed forces of theUSSRin the late 70’s till the beginning of 90’s. Concluding the analysis of research scientific challenges can be conceptually formulated: in the theoretical aspect — the attention of researchers should focus on disclosure of psychological and psychophysiological mechanisms of regulation of major functional systems of the body depending on the disability stage (phase); in the methodological direction — it is necessary to continue research to identify informative methods and criteria for the automated assessment of the functional state of the pilot’s major body systems; in the practical aspect — it is necessary to establish and apply in practice flight of on-board and stationary tools and methods of control of the pilot’s psychophysiological state.
