Objective: To introduce the pilot to DME holding and intersection holding procedures. Additionally, the pilot’s proficiency in other holding procedures is increased through practice.

Text References:

Instrument Pilot Flight Maneuvers and Practical Test Prep (FM)

Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH)

Content

1. Flight Lesson 16 complete? Yes ___ Copy of lesson placed in pilot’s folder? Yes ___

2. Preflight briefing

3. Review items

ATC holding instructions

Holding pattern entry procedures

VOR holding procedures

GPS holding procedures

Localizer holding procedures

Use of autopilot for holding (if equipped)

4. New items

DME holding procedures -FM 11

Holding course away from the VORTAC or VOR/DME

Holding course toward the VORTAC or VOR/DME

Intersection holding -FM 11

Intersection defined by two VOR radials

Additional items at CFI’s discretion

5. Postflight critique and preview of next lesson

Completion Standards

This lesson will have been successfully completed when the pilot can demonstrate an understanding of DME holding and intersection holding. Additionally, the pilot will demonstrate increased proficiency in VOR, GPS, and localizer holding procedures. The pilot will be able to maintain the desired altitude, ±100 ft.; airspeed, ±10 kt.; and heading, ±10°; and to track the desired radial or course.