In message , ZZ
writes
Tom:

How many patterns have you flown since you began your training? Until
you develop a clear picture in your mind of how your airfield looks at
different points in the pattern,
Snip

I would say it's 'how the reference point looks'. We can have a
reference point anywhere, but if landing out we won't be seeing our own
familiar airfield. Is the reference point technique taught in the US?

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