Arrivals and Holding Procedures Flashcards
What is a Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR)?
A transition between enroute and approach environments.
Where does a STAR typically begin?
At a transition point, a fix along the enroute course.
What types of aircraft are most STARs designed for?
Jets and turboprops, though some apply to prop aircraft.
What does “NO STARs” in the flight plan remarks mean?
It tells ATC not to assign a STAR.
Where can STARs be found in navigation charts?
Section G of the Terminal Procedures Publication (TPP).
What does the instruction “descend via” a STAR allow a pilot to do?
Descend at their discretion to meet altitude and speed restrictions.
What does the instruction “cleared for arrival” allow a pilot to do?
Fly the course but not descend from the last assigned altitude.
What is the purpose of indicating the direction of operations when assigning an arrival?
It helps pilots plan for north, south, east, or west operations.
What happens at the holding fix or station when entering a holding pattern?
The pilot starts with the radial (inbound course) and draws a left or right turn as needed.
When does the outbound leg timing begin in a holding pattern?
When the VOR flag flips from FROM to TO, or when abeam the holding fix.
How is wind correction for the inbound course applied to the outbound course in a hold?
Triple the inbound wind correction in the opposite direction.
How long should the outbound leg be flown in a holding pattern?
Long enough to make the inbound leg last one minute, or as instructed.
What are the three types of holding pattern entries?
Direct entry, parallel entry, and teardrop entry.
How is a direct entry performed in a holding pattern?
Upon crossing the fix, turn to follow the holding pattern.
How is a parallel entry performed in a holding pattern?
After crossing the fix, turn parallel to the inbound course, fly for one minute, then turn 210° around to intercept the inbound course.
