Suggested Cruise Segment Specific Fuel Consumption Values for Several Aircraft Types

 

 

Aircraft Type

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(lb/hp/hr)

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(µg/J)

Homebuilt Prop

0.60 - 0.80

101.5 - 135.0

Single Engine Prop

0.50 - 0.70

84.5 - 118.5

Twin Engine Prop

0.50 - 0.70

84.5 - 118.5

Agricultural

0.50 - 0.70

84.5 - 118.5

Business Jets

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Regional Turboprops

0.40 - 0.60

67.5 - 101.5

Transport Jets

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Military Trainers

0.40 - 0.60

67.5 - 101.5

Fighters

0.50 - 0.70

84.5 - 118.5

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.40 - 0.70

67.5 - 118.5

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.50 - 0.70

84.5 - 118.5

Supersonic Cruise

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