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A Closer Look

To get a better understanding of the intent of the Airman Certification Standards, lets take a closer look at the holding procedures task under the air traffic control clearances and procedures area of operation.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Airman Certification Standards (ACS) define pilot certification tasks by breaking them down into specific components like task name, references, and objective.
  • New additions to the ACS include dedicated sections for knowledge, practical skills to be demonstrated, and risk management standards.
  • During a check-ride, applicants are evaluated on all ACS sections, requiring them to answer knowledge questions, perform maneuvers, and discuss risk management.
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To get a better understanding of the intent of the Airman Certification Standards, let’s take a closer look at the holding procedures task under the air traffic control clearances and procedures area of operation.

1. Tasks — The name of the task. The preceding letter just indicates multiple tasks within an Area of Operation. In this case, this is task B, the second task.

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