What’s the Difference Between Line Up and Wait vs. Position and Hold?
They are technically the same thing, but the latter is no longer approved phrasing.
They are technically the same thing, but the latter is no longer approved phrasing.
When the dark sneaks up on you, being aware of what runway lights look like and how to activate them is critically important.
While it is helpful to have someone with a bigger picture to help you manage situation awareness, it does not abdicate the pilot of their responsibility.
A safety turn on the ground allows the pilot to scan the pattern before takeoff.