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Maneuvering Speed by Category Calculator

Estimate Va from 1g stall speed using common normal, utility or acrobatic category load factors.

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km/h

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Estimated Va
180.5km/h
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Also computed

Selected load factor3.80g

Va / Vs ratio1.949

Method notes 2 notes
  • Uses Va = Vs * sqrt(n) with common category load-factor values or the custom value you enter.
  • Verify the aircraft type, certification basis, weight, configuration and approved POH/AFM limitations before using any speed operationally.

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How to use this calculator

  1. Enter stall speed. Use the relevant 1g stall speed.
  2. Pick a category. Choose normal, utility, acrobatic or custom.
  3. Enter custom n if needed. Use approved aircraft data for custom values.
  4. Read estimated Va. The calculator applies the square-root load-factor relation.

How it works

The calculator chooses a category load factor, then applies Va = Vs x sqrt(n).

Use it with custom Va from load factor, corner speed and Va weight table.

Worked example

Verified against the live calculator

A 50 kt stall speed in the normal-category 3.8 g screen gives 50 x sqrt(3.8) = 97.5 kt.

Frequently asked questions

What category load factors are included?

The defaults are common positive limit load factors: normal 3.8 g, utility 4.4 g and acrobatic 6.0 g.

Are these values universal?

No. Verify the aircraft type, certification basis and approved limitations.

How is Va calculated?

The calculator uses Va = Vs x sqrt(n).

When should I use custom?

Use custom when the approved data gives a different positive limit load factor.

Method & assumptions

  • Uses common category values for quick screening, plus a custom input.
  • Does not replace aircraft-specific published maneuvering speeds, weight adjustments or limitations.
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