Descent Rate Calculator
Calculate descent rate from altitude lost and elapsed time.
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About this calculator
Simplified planning calculation; actual aircraft performance depends on aircraft, atmosphere and operating conditions.
How to use this calculator
What to enter
Enter or select the following as requested: Altitude lost (ft); Time (minutes). Follow the units, valid ranges, examples, and options displayed beside each field.
What the result means
The aviation result is an estimate based on the aircraft, route, weight, speed, wind, fuel, or performance values entered. Check units, aircraft-specific performance data, atmospheric assumptions, and whether reserve, taxi, climb, descent, and regulatory factors are included.
When to use it
Use this for educational or preliminary flight planning only. Never substitute a general calculator for the aircraft flight manual, approved performance charts, current weather, official procedures, or a pilot’s operational judgment.