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Feature Article: Holding Patterns IFR

The shape of the holding pattern was based upon a requirement that older gyro instruments be allowed to settle down in a turn. The one minute straight legs gave the gyros the time to settle down before beginning another turn. A holding pattern of continuous turns would cause precession and unreliable indications.


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