Convert fathom to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to fathom.
How to Convert Fathom to Nautical Mile (International)
1 fath = 0.000987473002159827 NM
Example: convert 15 fath to NM:
15 fath = 15 × 0.000987473002159827 NM = 0.0148120950323974 NM
Fathom to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
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Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
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.