If an aircraft is consuming 91 pounds of fuel per hour and groundspeed is 168 knots, how much fuel is required to travel 457 NM?
A
291 pounds.
B
265 pounds.
C
248 pounds.✓ Correct Answer
Explanation
Time en route is 457 NM / 168 knots = 2.72 hours, and fuel required is 2.72 x 91 pounds per hour = about 248 pounds.
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