Suggested Loiter Segment Specific Fuel Consumption Values for Several Aircraft Types

 

Aircraft Type

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(lb/hr/lb)

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(kg/hr/N)

Homebuilt

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Single Engine

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Twin Engine

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Agricultural

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Business Jets

0.40 - 0.60

0.04 - 0.06

Regional Turboprops

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Transport Jets

0.40 - 0.60

0.04 - 0.06

Military Trainers

0.40 - 0.60

0.04 - 0.06

Fighters

0.60 - 0.80

0.06 - 0.08

Military Patrol, Bombers, and Transports

0.40 - 0.60

0.04 - 0.06

Flying Boats, Amphibious and Float Aircraft

0.40 - 0.60

0.04 - 0.06

Supersonic Cruise

0.60 - 0.80

0.06 - 0.08