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Fathom (fathom) to Nautical Mile (nMi) Conversion

This tool converts fathom to nautical mile. Fathom is used for depth measurement; nautical mile is used for route distance in navigation and aviation.

Fathom to Nautical Mile Conversion
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Common Conversion Formulas

1 fathom = 6 feet

1 nautical mile = 6076.12 feet

Therefore: 1 fathom ≈ 6 / 6076.12 ≈ 0.00098747 nMi

Related conversions: fathom to mile, foot to nautical mile, meter to nautical mile

Basic Conversion Table

1 fathom ≈ 0.00098747 nMi

10 fathoms ≈ 0.0098747 nMi

100 fathoms ≈ 0.098747 nMi

1,000 fathoms ≈ 0.98747 nMi

Practical Applications

Fathom is used for depth and rope length; nautical mile is used in route planning for navigation and aviation. This conversion helps align depth measurement with route distance in maritime operations.

• Navigation: Convert fathom-based anchoring or depth work to route distance (nMi).

• Marine engineering: Underwater construction projects use fathom for depth and nMi for area coverage.

• Diving operations: Efficient conversion between precise depth (fathom) and route limits (nMi).

Conversion Formula

nMi ≈ fathom × 0.00098747

Example: 600 fathoms ≈ 600 × 0.00098747 = 0.59248 nMi

Example: 1,000 fathoms ≈ 0.98747 nMi

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a nautical mile?

A: A nautical mile (nMi) equals 1852 meters. It is standard in marine and aviation navigation.

Q: How to convert fathom to nautical mile?

A: Approximately nMi = fathom × 0.00098747. In the tool, a factor is used to match the original content.

Q: Where is this conversion used?

A: Navigation, marine engineering, diving, underwater construction.

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