What is the minimum distance (in nautical miles) of the closest point of approach for the COD starboard holding pattern?

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What is the minimum distance (in nautical miles) of the closest point of approach for the COD starboard holding pattern?

In a COD starboard holding pattern, the pattern is designed as a racetrack around the fix with standard right-hand turns and protected airspace. The geometry and typical inbound leg length (often a one-minute leg at standard holding speeds) place the point you pass closest to the fix about 1 nautical mile away. That 1 NM distance is the minimum distance of closest approach that maintains safe separation within the standard hold design. Smaller distances would reduce protection, while larger ones aren’t required for standard procedures.

In a COD starboard holding pattern, the pattern is designed as a racetrack around the fix with standard right-hand turns and protected airspace. The geometry and typical inbound leg length (often a one-minute leg at standard holding speeds) place the point you pass closest to the fix about 1 nautical mile away. That 1 NM distance is the minimum distance of closest approach that maintains safe separation within the standard hold design. Smaller distances would reduce protection, while larger ones aren’t required for standard procedures.

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