08 Climb Speed And Calculations

Question 1

What is the formula for the Gradient % Climb?

Answer 1

G% = ((T - D) / W) * 100

Question 2

Describe what a Climb Schedule is?

Answer 2

• A climb schedule determines what speeds an AC will climb at
• The first speed indicates the CAS at which the AC will climb
• The second speed indicates the Mach No the AC will then subsequently climb at
• The point where the AC switches from CAS to Mach No is called the Change Over Altitude

Question 3

What is the effect on the Change Over Altitude if:

• CAS value is increased
• Mac No is decreased

Answer 3

• The change over altitude will be reduced in each case

Question 4

What is the formula for the Gradient % Climb regarding Rate of Climb?

Answer 4

G% = Roc / TAS

Question 5

What is the formula for the Ground Distance covered?

Answer 5

Ground Distance = Still air distance x (GS / TAS)