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Point d’attente

A specified point, identified by navigation aids or coordinates, at which an aircraft may be instructed to hold.

Quick answer: A specified point, identified by navigation aids or coordinates, at which an aircraft may be instructed to hold.

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Quick answer

A specified point, identified by navigation aids or coordinates, at which an aircraft may be instructed to hold.

Why it matters

Point d’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

Questions and answers

What is Point d’attente?

In this glossary, Point d’attente refers to: A specified point, identified by navigation aids or coordinates, at which an aircraft may be instructed to hold.

How is Point d’attente used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Allez direct au point d’attente ALPHA, attendez l’autorisation à 45."

Why does Point d’attente matter in aviation?

Point d’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 Point d’attente?

Point d’attente is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Point d’attente belong to?

In this glossary, Point d’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

A specified point, identified by navigation aids or coordinates, at which an aircraft may be instructed to hold.

Operational example

Proceed direct to holding fix ALPHA, expect further clearance at 45 past the hour.

Localized term

Point d’attente

Localized example

Allez direct au point d’attente ALPHA, attendez l’autorisation à 45.

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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