Steven P. McNicoll wrote:
"Dennis Johnson" wrote in message
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I'm probably over-thinking holding patterns and have become confused.

When given instructions to hold at a non-published holding pattern, ATC
will specify:

1. The direction from the fix, such as north, north-east, etc.
2. The name of the holding fix.
3. The radial, course, or airway on which the aircraft is to hold.
4. The leg length and direction of turns if they are not standard.
5. The expect further clearance time.


An EFC is not issued if no delay is expected.



If no delay is expected, why issue a hold?

Matt