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What is the standard holding pattern procedure for an aircraft entering a hold at an NDB, unless otherwise specified?

The standard holding pattern uses right turns and 1-minute legs (or DME/GPS distance) at or below 14,000 feet ASL. Outbound timing starts when abeam the fix or,

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Question: What is the standard holding pattern procedure for an aircraft entering a hold at an NDB, unless otherwise specified?

Answer options: ✅ Right turns, 1-minute legs, outbound timing starts upon reaching the fix.

  • Left turns, 1-minute legs, outbound timing starts upon completing the inbound turn.
  • Right turns, 2-minute legs, outbound timing starts upon abeam the fix on the outbound leg.
  • Left turns, 2-minute legs, outbound timing starts upon crossing the fix inbound.

Correct answer: Right turns, 1-minute legs, outbound timing starts upon reaching the fix.

Explanation: The standard holding pattern uses right turns and 1-minute legs (or DME/GPS distance) at or below 14,000 feet ASL. Outbound timing starts when abeam the fix or, if abeam isn't obvious, upon completion of the inbound turn.

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