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Entrée en attente

The initial maneuver by which an aircraft enters a holding pattern as prescribed, using one of the approved entry procedures: direct, teardrop, or parallel.

Quick answer: The initial maneuver by which an aircraft enters a holding pattern as prescribed, using one of the approved entry procedures: direct, teardrop, or parallel.

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Quick answer

The initial maneuver by which an aircraft enters a holding pattern as prescribed, using one of the approved entry procedures: direct, teardrop, or parallel.

Why it matters

Entrée en attente matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is Entrée en attente?

In this glossary, Entrée en attente refers to: The initial maneuver by which an aircraft enters a holding pattern as prescribed, using one of the approved entry procedures: direct, teardrop, or parallel.

How is Entrée en attente used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Indiquez la procédure d’entrée en attente pour le point OSKAR ; attendez d’autres instructions concernant le circuit d’attente."

Why does Entrée en attente matter in aviation?

Entrée en attente matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Entrée en attente?

Entrée en attente is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Entrée en attente belong to?

In this glossary, Entrée en attente is grouped under Navigation. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The initial maneuver by which an aircraft enters a holding pattern as prescribed, using one of the approved entry procedures: direct, teardrop, or parallel.

Operational example

Advise holding entry procedure for fix OSKAR; expect further instructions on holding pattern.

Localized term

Entrée en attente

Localized example

Indiquez la procédure d’entrée en attente pour le point OSKAR ; attendez d’autres instructions concernant le circuit d’attente.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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