Thrust-to-Weight Ratio Calculator

The thrust-to-weight ratio ($T/W$) is a critical parameter in aircraft design and performance analysis. It represents the ratio of an aircraft’s engine thrust ($T$) to its total weight ($W$). This ratio provides valuable information about an aircraft’s ability to accelerate, climb, and perform various flight maneuvers.

The formula for calculating thrust-to-weight ratio is straightforward:

• $T/W$ is the thrust-to-weight ratio (typically expressed as a dimensionless ratio).
• $T$ is the engine thrust (in newtons or pounds-force).
• $W$ is the total weight of the aircraft (in newtons or pounds-force).