Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In this video, we’re going to go over some of the finer points about holding pattern entries. Watch to see how I recommend entering a hold, and see what the FAA says.

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📝 Contents
0:00 - Intro
0:59 - Recommended entry procedures
1:51 - An Instrument Phase Check
4:20 - Following the pink line?
5:17 - Don’t just fly what Garmin draws
5:44 - Wrap up
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