Originally Posted by Vilas
All i can say is SID gradient by definition average gradient
I'd be real interested to see a reference to an official definition of "required climb gradient to a certain altitude or point" (as used in aviation) as being the
average gradient required!
I see the required climb gradient as an imaginary steady climb path that you should always stay above.
I will be glad to stand corrected, but I want to see an official reference.
edited for spelling