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What is Hold pattern?

Hold pattern A predetermined maneuver which keeps an aircraft within a specified airspace while awaiting further clearance, typically involving racetrack-shaped circuits about a fix.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Hold pattern” Used in Practice?

ATC: Lufthansa 444, hold as published at LARBO, expect further clearance at one three zero zero.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Hold pattern?

A predetermined maneuver which keeps an aircraft within a specified airspace while awaiting further clearance, typically involving racetrack-shaped circuits about a fix.

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