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Branche d’entrée

The segment of a holding pattern or approach procedure flown toward the fix or navigation aid, typically timed or distance-limited.

Quick answer: The segment of a holding pattern or approach procedure flown toward the fix or navigation aid, typically timed or distance-limited.

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Quick answer

The segment of a holding pattern or approach procedure flown toward the fix or navigation aid, typically timed or distance-limited.

Why it matters

Branche d’entrée 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 Branche d’entrée?

In this glossary, Branche d’entrée refers to: The segment of a holding pattern or approach procedure flown toward the fix or navigation aid, typically timed or distance-limited.

How is Branche d’entrée used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez 180 nœuds sur la branche d’entrée de l’attente au point SODRI."

Why does Branche d’entrée matter in aviation?

Branche d’entrée 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 Branche d’entrée?

Branche d’entrée is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Branche d’entrée belong to?

In this glossary, Branche d’entrée 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 segment of a holding pattern or approach procedure flown toward the fix or navigation aid, typically timed or distance-limited.

Operational example

Maintain 180 knots on the inbound leg of the holding at waypoint SODRI.

Localized term

Branche d’entrée

Localized example

Maintenez 180 nœuds sur la branche d’entrée de l’attente au point SODRI.

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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