Calculators / Performance / Glide Range

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Performance

Glide Range

Estimate no-wind glide distance from altitude above touchdown and glide ratio.

Altitude available

Glide ratio

Glide range—

Horizontal feet—

Statute miles—

This calculator is a planning/training aid. Do not use it as a substitute for the aircraft POH/AFM, approved performance data, current charts, regulations, weather products, or instructor/operator procedures.

How to use it

Enter the known values above. PilotDesk recalculates as you type. Results are rounded for quick planning and study use.

For aircraft-specific limitations or performance, always use the current approved source for that exact aircraft and operation.

Method & assumptions

No-wind geometric estimate; actual glide performance depends on configuration, speed, wind, propeller, and aircraft data.

Still-air distance = altitude available × glide ratio.