Suggested Descent Segment Fuel Fractions for Several Aircraft Types

 

Aircraft Type

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Homebuilt

0.995

Single Engine

0.993

Twin Engine

0.992

Agricultural

0.999

Business Jets

0.990

Regional Turboprops

0.985

Transport Jets

0.990

Military Trainers

0.990

Fighters

0.990

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.990

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.990

Supersonic Cruise

0.985