Cruise Altitude Climb Gradient Calculator

The climb gradient, often denoted as “G,” is a measure of the rate at which an aircraft can climb vertically with respect to its forward motion. It is typically expressed as a percentage and represents the change in altitude per unit of horizontal distance covered. In aircraft design and aviation, the climb gradient is an important performance parameter, especially during the climb phase after takeoff and while climbing to a cruise altitude.

The formula to calculate the climb gradient is as follows:

• Climb Gradient ($G$): Percentage (%).
• Change in Altitude ($\Delta h$): Feet (ft) or Meters (m).
• Horizontal Distance ($d$): Feet (ft) or Meters (m).