climb gradient

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climb gradient

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Yet again, I impress myself with my lack of memory or grey matter. I forget the formula to convert ft/nm to % climb gradient. If I remember right 400ft/nm equates to roughly a 7% climb gradient. Any help would be appreciated.
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Post by HeavyG »

Gradient = rise/run * 100

400ft/6080ft * 100 = 6.57%
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Thanks a lot.
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