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Luftfahrtgeografie
Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile)
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Definition
A unit of distance equal to one minute of latitude, approximately 1.852 km
Verwandte Begriffe
Große Kreisdistanz (GCD: Great Circle Distance)
The shortest distance between two points on Earth, following the curvature of the globe
Knoten (kt: Knot)
A unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, used in aviation and maritime
Breitengrad (Latitude)
The angular distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees
Gesetzliche Meile (SM: Statute Mile)
A unit of distance equal to 5,280 feet or approximately 1.609 km
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile)?
A unit of distance equal to one minute of latitude, approximately 1.852 km
What does NM stand for?
NM stands for Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile). A unit of distance equal to one minute of latitude, approximately 1.852 km
How does Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile) relate to other aviation concepts?
Nautische Meile (NM: Nautical Mile) is closely related to Great Circle Distance and Knot, among other key aviation concepts.
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