Rate Of Climb Calculator

The rate of climb (RoC) is a measure of how fast an aircraft can ascend vertically in a climb. It’s a crucial performance parameter in aircraft design and aviation, as it relates to an aircraft’s ability to gain altitude quickly. The formula for calculating the rate of climb is as follows:

   

• Rate of Climb ($RoC$): Feet per Minute (ft/min) or Meters per Second (m/s).
• Thrust or Engine Power ($T$): Newtons (N) or Pounds-Force (lbf).
• Drag Force ($D$): Newtons (N) or Pounds-Force (lbf).
• Weight ($W$): Newtons (N) or Pounds-Force (lbf).