Aviation Flight Academy™
FLIGHT LESSON 16: LOCALIZER HOLDING
Objective: To introduce the pilot to localizer holding procedures and use of autopilot for holding (if equipped). Additionally, the pilot will increase proficiency in holding pattern procedures through the practice of VOR and GPS holding.
Text References:
Instrument Pilot Flight Maneuvers and Practical Test Prep (FM)
Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH)
Content
1. Flight Lesson 15 complete? Yes ___ Copy of lesson placed in pilot’s folder? Yes ___
2. Preflight briefing
3. Review items
Airplane systems related to IFR operations
Instrument flight deck check
ATC holding instructions
Holding pattern entry procedures
VOR holding procedures
GPS holding procedures
Use of autopilot for holding (if equipped)
4. New items
Localizer holding procedures -FM 11
Standard pattern
Nonstandard pattern
Additional items at CFI’s discretion
5. Postflight critique and preview of next lesson
Completion Standards