Knot to Mach Number Converter

Convert Nautical Speed to Mach Number

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Speed Classification: Subsonic
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Understanding Knots and Mach Numbers

What is a Knot?

A knot (kn) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour (approximately 1.15078 mph or 1.852 km/h). It's primarily used in maritime navigation and aviation.

What is Mach Number?

Mach number represents the ratio of an object's speed to the speed of sound in the surrounding medium. Mach 1 equals the speed of sound (approximately 767.269 mph or 1,235 km/h at sea level).

Speed Classifications

Subsonic

Mach < 1.0

Transonic

Mach = 1.0

Supersonic

Mach > 1.0