Kick analysis - Maximum surface pressure from a gas kick in water-based mud

Input(s)

P: Formation Pressure (psi)

V: Pit Gain (bbl)

KWM: Kill weight mud (ppg)

C: Annular Capacity $(\mathrm{bbl} / \mathrm{ft})$

Output(s)

MSP: Max surface pressure resulting from a gas kick in a water-based mud (psi)

Formula(s)

Reference(s)

Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production and Workover, Second Edition, Lapeyrouse, Page: 129.