Understanding Holding Patterns Quiz

What is a standard holding pattern in aviation?

• A pattern flown at a constant altitude with left turns

• A pattern flown at a constant altitude with right turns

• A pattern flown at varying altitudes with left turns

• A pattern flown at varying altitudes with right turns

Which of the following is a type of holding pattern?

• Direct entry

• Parallel entry

• Teardrop entry

• All of the above

What is the primary purpose of a holding pattern?

• To increase aircraft speed

• To delay aircraft arrival

• To decrease fuel consumption

• To practice maneuvers

In a holding pattern, what is the standard direction of turns?

• Left

• Right

• Alternating left and right

• No specific direction

Which entry procedure is used when the aircraft is approaching the holding fix from the same direction as the inbound holding course?

• Direct entry

• Parallel entry

• Teardrop entry

• Offset entry

What is the angle of the teardrop entry in a holding pattern?

• 30 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 60 degrees

• 90 degrees

Which entry procedure involves flying parallel to the holding course in the opposite direction before turning back?

• Direct entry

• Parallel entry

• Teardrop entry

• Offset entry

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

• 200 knots

• 230 knots

• 250 knots

• 280 knots

Which entry procedure is typically used when the aircraft is approaching the holding fix from an angle greater than 70 degrees from the inbound course?

• Direct entry

• Parallel entry

• Teardrop entry

• Offset entry

What is the standard leg time for a holding pattern at or below 14,000 feet?

• 1 minute

• 1.5 minutes

• 2 minutes

• 2.5 minutes