13-03-2006, 04:42 PM
Quote:Tanz wrote:yep 1knot = 1.5077947mph. 1.5077947mile = 1nm
In aviation we work with the "NM" (Nautical Mile)...it's easier cause KNOTS = NM / HOUR
So you save one conversion...
Meaning 1knot = 1nm/h
Making it alot easier to calculate, because we mostly use nm.