Estimate fuel required during a missed approach using fuel flow, missed approach time, and optional reserve fuel. This free aviation calculator helps pilots plan IFR fuel needs more clearly.
Enter expected missed approach time and fuel flow to calculate missed approach fuel required. You can also add reserve fuel to estimate total fuel needed.
This calculator estimates the fuel required for the missed approach segment and can also include reserve fuel as a separate protected amount.
Missed approach fuel is the fuel required if an instrument approach cannot be completed and the aircraft must execute the published or assigned missed approach procedure.
This may include climb fuel, navigation to a holding fix, transition to another approach, or continuation toward the next phase of flight depending on the operation.
Use a realistic time estimate for the missed approach segment based on the published procedure, expected routing, altitude changes, and follow-on plan.
Usually no. Reserve fuel is normally treated separately and kept protected as a safety margin.
Use a realistic expected fuel flow for climb and missed approach operations based on aircraft performance and operating conditions.
No. This calculator is a planning aid. Always use approved aircraft data, company procedures, and applicable regulations.