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A racetrack type pattern that is flown when an aircraft needs to wait before making an approach, normally so that correct spacing between aircraft can be applied by ATC.
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A racetrack type pattern that is flown when an aircraft needs to wait before making an approach, normally so that correct spacing between aircraft can be applied by ATC.
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