IFR Holding Procedures

Question 1

What is the standard turn direction in a holding pattern?

Accepted Answer

Right turns

Answer

Left turns

Answer

Either direction as published

Answer

Determined by the pilot in command

Question 2

What are the three types of holding pattern entries recognized by the FAA?

Accepted Answer

Direct, Parallel, and Teardrop

Answer

Straight-in, Circling, and Overhead

Answer

Left, Right, and Straight

Answer

Initial, Intermediate, and Final

Question 3

How long is the inbound leg of a holding pattern when flying at or below 14,000 feet MSL?

Accepted Answer

1 minute

Answer

30 seconds

Answer

1.5 minutes

Answer

2 minutes

Question 4

What does the abbreviation EFC stand for in IFR holding operations?

Accepted Answer

Expected Further Clearance

Answer

Estimated Flight Continuation

Answer

En-route Flight Control

Answer

Emergency Fuel Calculation

Question 5

What is the maximum holding airspeed for aircraft at or below 6,000 feet MSL?

Accepted Answer

200 knots

Answer

175 knots

Answer

210 knots

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230 knots

Question 6

When flying a holding pattern above 14,000 feet MSL, what is the standard inbound leg timing?

Accepted Answer

1.5 minutes

Answer

1 minute

Answer

2 minutes

Answer

2.5 minutes

Question 7

On which side of the inbound holding course does a standard holding pattern exist?

Accepted Answer

Right side

Answer

Left side

Answer

Either side depending on winds

Answer

Either side as charted