Convert kiloyard to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert kiloyard [kyd] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to kiloyard.
How to Convert Kiloyard to Nautical Mile (International)
1 kyd = 0.493736501079914 NM
Example: convert 15 kyd to NM:
15 kyd = 15 × 0.493736501079914 NM = 7.4060475161987 NM
Kiloyard to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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Kiloyard
A kiloyard is a unit of length equal to 1,000 yards.
History/Origin
The kiloyard is not a standard or common unit of measurement. It is a logical multiple of the yard.
Current Use
The kiloyard is rarely used.
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.