Suggested Climb Segment Fuel Fractions for Several Aircraft Types

 

Aircraft Type

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Homebuilt

0.995

Single Engine

0.992

Twin Engine

0.990

Agricultural

0.998

Business Jets

0.980

Regional Turboprops

0.985

Transport Jets

0.980

Military Trainers

0.980

Fighters

0.90 - 0.96

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.980

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.985

Supersonic Cruise

0.87 - 0.92