Fuel Planning Calculator

Inputs

NM
kt

Light aircraft: 90–160 kt

gal/hr

C172: 8–10 gal/hr, C182: 12–14 gal/hr

gal
min

FAR 91: 30 min VFR day, 45 min VFR night/IFR

Results

Total Fuel Required

33.9 gal

≈ 7 buckets

Fuel Adequate?

Yes

Trip Fuel25.3 gal
Reserve Fuel7.5 gal
Extra Fuel Available14.1 gal
Extra Endurance85 min
Total Endurance4.65 hr
Cruise Time125 min
Estimated Fuel Cost$220.19
Point of No Return234 NM