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Calculator
Calculate trip parameters, safety margins, and fuel reserves for voyage planning
Input Parameters
Trip Distance (nm)
Cruising Speed (knots)
Fuel Capacity (gal)
Fuel Burn Rate (gph)
Crew Count
Weather Forecast
Calm (<10 kt)
Moderate (10-20 kt)
Rough (20-30 kt)
Calculate
Results
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Estimated Trip Time
hours
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Fuel Required
gal
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Fuel Reserve
%
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Safety Rating
Reference
Rule of thirds: 1/3 out, 1/3 back, 1/3 reserve Rough seas: -35% speed, +50% fuel burn Moderate seas: -15% speed, +20% fuel burn Always file float plan with someone ashore