Base Factor


The base factor (Fb) is the number of minutes it takes to travel one Nm. It is calculated by dividing 60 by the speed.

It is used to estimate the travel time without wind. However, with a headwind, the calculations must be revised.

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Status:: #wiki/notes/mature
Plantations:: Flying Technique - 20230221102530
References:: Le Manuel de Pilotage d'Avion