IFR Navigation & Flight Training
Holding Pattern Calculator
Determine standard holding entry patterns (Direct, Parallel, Teardrop) based on your heading and inbound course. Invaluable for IFR flight schools.
Hold Configuration
Aircraft Entry Vector
Calculated Entry Procedure
Recommended Entry
Optimal safety sector arrival
Direct
Procedure Steps
Fly directly to the holding fix. Upon crossing the fix, turn right and enter the holding pattern.
Outbound Holding Course
Reciprocal course
180┬░
Holding Pattern Entries: Entering holding patterns correctly prevents your flight track from diverging into unprotected airspace. Standard entry rules are calibrated for MSL and ISA wind speed direction and velocity tolerances.
