Rate of Descent during Final Approach
Formula for a 3° Glideslope:
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Groundspeed x 5
Example:
Groundspeed 120 kts Rate of descent = 120 x 5 = 600 feet per minute
Formula for a 3° Glideslope:
Groundspeed x 5
Example:
Groundspeed 120 kts Rate of descent = 120 x 5 = 600 feet per minute