When is the holding position pattern C applicable?

When is the holding position pattern C applicable?

• A. used when holding on a taxiway between taxiways or short of a deice pad
• B. used when holding short of a runway while on a runway or taxiway
• C. used when holding short of an ILS POFZ critical area
• D. used when exiting a runway

Answer: (A)

Holding on a taxiway between taxiways or just before a deice pad is the scenario this pattern covers. The hold point is placed so the aircraft stops in a position that won’t block cross-traffic or the deice area, while still leaving room for other movements to maneuver safely. This pattern keeps access open to adjacent taxiways and to the deice facilities, reducing the risk of blocking operations on either side. In practice, you’d see the hold marking at that intersection or before the deice pad, and you’d stop there when ATC instructs you to hold, then proceed once cleared.

Holding on a taxiway between taxiways or just before a deice pad is the scenario this pattern covers. The hold point is placed so the aircraft stops in a position that won’t block cross-traffic or the deice area, while still leaving room for other movements to maneuver safely. This pattern keeps access open to adjacent taxiways and to the deice facilities, reducing the risk of blocking operations on either side. In practice, you’d see the hold marking at that intersection or before the deice pad, and you’d stop there when ATC instructs you to hold, then proceed once cleared.