* Knots measure speed (nautical miles per hour).
* Miles measure distance.
To figure out how many miles you travel at 26 knots, you need to know how long you travel for.
Here's how to calculate it:
1. Time: Let's say you travel for 2 hours.
2. Distance = Speed x Time
3. Distance = 26 knots x 2 hours = 52 nautical miles
Important Note: A nautical mile is slightly longer than a standard (statute) mile.
* 1 nautical mile = 1.15 statute miles (approximately)
So, 52 nautical miles would be approximately 59.8 statute miles.