Knot to fts converter (kn to fts)

Conversion Formula

1 kn = 1.688 fts

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Knot = 0.514444 meters per second
   1 Foot per second = 0.304800 meters per second
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kn = (0.514444 m/s) / (0.304800 m/s/fts) = 1.688 fts
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kn by 1.688 to get the equivalent in fts

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kn to fts:

5 kn × 1.688 = 8.439 fts